Sunkhra - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Sunkhra is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Sitarganj and around 65 km from Rudrapur. Sidhanavadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunkhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkhra is 056195. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.63 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sunkhra 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 Sunkhra
As per Census 2011, Sunkhra village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 107 males and 95 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 81 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunkhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 107 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkhra
Sunkhra 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 Sunkhra
Sunkhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Sunkhra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sunkhra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkhra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunkhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkhra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunkhra
Where is Sunkhra located?
Sunkhra village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunkhra is Sidhanavadiya.
What is the pincode of Sunkhra?
The pincode of Sunkhra is 262311.
What is the population of Sunkhra?
Sunkhra has a total population of 202, including 107 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhra?
There are 42 households in Sunkhra.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkhra is 59.90%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 48.42%.