Sarakyana - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Sarakyana is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Devprayag and around 118 km from New Tehri. Sarkyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarakyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarakyana is 043345. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.65 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sarakyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarakyana
According to the 2011 Census, Sarakyana village had a total population of 527 people, including 236 males and 291 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,233 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 96.35% and female literacy at 58.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 527 | 236 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 185 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 51 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Sarakyana
Sarakyana 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 Sarakyana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sarakyana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Srinagar to Sarakyana is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sarakyana is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarakyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarakyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarakyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarakyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarakyana
Where is Sarakyana located?
Sarakyana village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarakyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarakyana is Sarkyana.
What is the pincode of Sarakyana?
The pincode of Sarakyana is 249161.
What is the population of Sarakyana?
Sarakyana had a total population of 527, including 236 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Sarakyana?
Sarakyana had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarakyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarakyana was 74.61%. Male literacy was 96.35% and female literacy was 58.37%.