Sunkhari Kalan
Sunkhari Kalan is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sunkharikalan is the gram panchayat of Sunkhari Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sunkhari Kalan unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sunkhari Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sunkhari Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunkhari Kalan is 056189. The village spans a total geographical area of 326.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Sunkhari Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sunkhari Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sunkhari Kalan
Population of Sunkhari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkhari Kalan has a total population of about 1,674, with approximately 843 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 990. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.76%, with male literacy at about 79.24% and female literacy near 66.19%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunkhari Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Sunkhari Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunkhari Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sunkhari Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sunkhari Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunkhari Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunkhari Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunkhari Kalan
- Where is Sunkhari Kalan located?
- Sunkhari Kalan village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhari Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sunkhari Kalan is Sunkharikalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sunkhari Kalan?
- The pincode of Sunkhari Kalan is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunkhari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunkhari Kalan is 1,674, with 843 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Sunkhari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunkhari Kalan village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunkhari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunkhari Kalan is 72.76%. The male literacy rate is 79.24%, while the female literacy rate is 66.19%.