Sunkhari Kalan - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Sunkhari Kalan is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Sitarganj and around 61 km from Rudrapur. Sunkharikalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunkhari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkhari Kalan is 056189. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.52 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sunkhari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunkhari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkhari Kalan village had a total population of 1,674 people, including 843 males and 831 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.19%, with male literacy at 90.27% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 990.
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 | 1,674 | 843 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 990 | 486 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 668 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 175 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkhari Kalan
Sunkhari Kalan 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 Sunkhari Kalan
Sunkhari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Sunkhari Kalan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sunkhari Kalan is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkhari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkhari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunkhari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkhari Kalan 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 Sunkhari Kalan
Where is Sunkhari Kalan located?
Sunkhari Kalan village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunkhari Kalan is Sunkharikalan.
What is the pincode of Sunkhari Kalan?
The pincode of Sunkhari Kalan is 262311.
What is the population of Sunkhari Kalan?
Sunkhari Kalan had a total population of 1,674, including 843 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhari Kalan?
Sunkhari Kalan had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkhari Kalan was 82.19%. Male literacy was 90.27% and female literacy was 74.12%.