Sankari - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Sankari is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from Tehri and around 53 km from New Tehri. Shankri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankari is 043810. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.45 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sankari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankari
According to the 2011 Census, Sankari village had a total population of 361 people, including 161 males and 200 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,242 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.39%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 64.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 161 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 33 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Sankari
Sankari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sankari
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sankari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Sankari is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sankari is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankari
Where is Sankari located?
Sankari village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankari is Shankri.
What is the pincode of Sankari?
The pincode of Sankari is 249131.
What is the population of Sankari?
Sankari had a total population of 361, including 161 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sankari?
Sankari had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankari was 77.39%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 64.97%.