Sakadi - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Sakadi is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Sakadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakadi is 055919. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.19 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sakadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakadi village had a total population of 1,428 people, including 734 males and 694 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.31%, with male literacy at 80.36% and female literacy at 70.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 1,428 | 734 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 491 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 243 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Sakadi
Sakadi 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 Sakadi
Sakadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sakadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kelakhera to Sakadi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sakadi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakadi
Where is Sakadi located?
Sakadi village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakadi?
Sakadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakadi?
The pincode of Sakadi is 262401.
What is the population of Sakadi?
Sakadi had a total population of 1,428, including 734 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Sakadi?
Sakadi had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakadi was 75.31%. Male literacy was 80.36% and female literacy was 70.03%.