Sukan - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sukan is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sukan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukan is 040335. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.27 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sukan 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukan
According to the 2011 Census, Sukan village had a total population of 239 people, including 123 males and 116 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 86.73% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 38 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sukan
Sukan 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 Sukan
Sukan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sukan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sukan is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sukan
Where is Sukan located?
Sukan village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukan?
Sukan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukan?
The pincode of Sukan is 249141.
What is the population of Sukan?
Sukan had a total population of 239, including 123 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Sukan?
Sukan had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukan was 73.23%. Male literacy was 86.73% and female literacy was 60.00%.