Sarkara - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Sarkara is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 42 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 056153. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.5 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sarkara 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkara
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkara village had a total population of 3,234 people, including 1,688 males and 1,546 females, living in 635 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 3,234 | 1,688 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 214 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,150 | 1,221 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,084 | 467 | 617 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Sarkara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sarkara is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 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 Sitarganj 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 263148.
What is the population of Sarkara?
Sarkara had a total population of 3,234, including 1,688 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Sarkara?
Sarkara had 635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkara was 75.49%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 67.61%.