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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkhra village had a total population of 202 people, including 107 males and 95 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 54.76%.
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 | 202 | 107 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 202, including 107 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhra?
Sunkhra had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkhra was 68.75%. Male literacy was 81.52% and female literacy was 54.76%.