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
As per Census 2011, Sunkhari Kalan village has a total population of 1,674 people, consisting of 843 males and 831 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 990 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunkhari Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,674, including 843 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhari Kalan?
There are 288 households in Sunkhari Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkhari Kalan is 72.76%. Male literacy is 79.24% and female literacy is 66.19%.