Sarkara - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Sarkara is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Sarkada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkara is 055823. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.38 hectares and falls under the 244720 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarkara
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkara village had a total population of 1,006 people, including 531 males and 475 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.83%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 50.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 1,006 | 531 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 341 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 190 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkara
Sarkara 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 Sarkara
Sarkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sarkara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Sarkara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sarkara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkara 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 Sarkara
Where is Sarkara located?
Sarkara village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkara is Sarkada.
What is the pincode of Sarkara?
The pincode of Sarkara is 244720.
What is the population of Sarkara?
Sarkara had a total population of 1,006, including 531 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Sarkara?
Sarkara had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkara was 63.83%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 50.99%.