Saunkhar
About Saunkhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Saunkhar village is 019135. Saunkhar village is located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Saunkhar village. As per 2009 stats, Hambot is the gram panchayat of Saunkhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 57 hectares. Saunkhar has a total population of 325 peoples, out of which male population is 159 while female population is 166. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1044 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of saunkhar village is 80.00% out of which 83.65% males and 76.51% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in saunkhar village. Pincode of saunkhar village locality is 170428.
When it comes to administration, Saunkhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Saunkhar village comes under Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Ghumarwin is nearest town to saunkhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Saunkhar
The population details of Saunkhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 159 | 166 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Connectivity of Saunkhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saunkhar
Where is Saunkhar located?
Saunkhar village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saunkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saunkhar is Hambot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saunkhar?
The pincode of Saunkhar is 170428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saunkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saunkhar is 325, with 159 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Saunkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saunkhar village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saunkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saunkhar is 80.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.65%, while the female literacy rate is 76.51%.