Sadun - Dharwala, Chamba
Sadun is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Chamba. Brehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sadun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadun is 007859. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sadun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sadun
According to the 2011 Census, Sadun village had a total population of 318 people, including 164 males and 154 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.65%, with male literacy at 66.90% and female literacy at 55.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 318 | 164 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 97 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 67 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sadun
Sadun 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 Sadun
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sadun.
| 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 Chamba to Sadun 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 Sadun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadun 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 Sadun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadun 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sadun
Where is Sadun located?
Sadun village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sadun?
The Gram Panchayat of Sadun is Brehi.
What is the pincode of Sadun?
The pincode of Sadun is 176324.
What is the population of Sadun?
Sadun had a total population of 318, including 164 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sadun?
Sadun had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sadun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadun was 61.65%. Male literacy was 66.90% and female literacy was 55.97%.