Sukdala - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Sukdala is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sukdala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukdala is 040108. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.45 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sukdala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukdala
According to the 2011 Census, Sukdala village had a total population of 682 people, including 339 males and 343 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 89.82% and female literacy at 66.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 682 | 339 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 256 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 83 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Sukdala
Sukdala 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 Sukdala
Sukdala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barkot to Sukdala is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sukdala is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukdala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukdala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukdala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukdala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sukdala
Where is Sukdala located?
Sukdala village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukdala?
Sukdala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukdala?
The pincode of Sukdala is 249185.
What is the population of Sukdala?
Sukdala had a total population of 682, including 339 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Sukdala?
Sukdala had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukdala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukdala was 78.16%. Male literacy was 89.82% and female literacy was 66.78%.