Saunt
Saunt is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Saunt village. As per 2009 stats, Dayal is the gram panchayat of Saunt village.
Here you can discover what makes Saunt unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Saunt’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 Saunt
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saunt is 010296. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177104. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Saunt village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Saunt
Population of Saunt
According to the 2011 Census, Saunt has a total population of about 950, with approximately 464 males and 486 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.37%, with male literacy at about 88.36% and female literacy near 78.60%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saunt's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 464 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 792 | 410 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 54 | 104 |
Connectivity of Saunt
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saunt. As per the 2011 stats, Saunt had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saunt
Knowing the nearby villages of Saunt helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saunt.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saunt
- Where is Saunt located?
- Saunt village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saunt?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saunt is Dayal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saunt?
- The pincode of Saunt is 177104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saunt as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saunt is 950, with 464 males and 486 females.
- How many households are there in Saunt as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saunt village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saunt as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saunt is 83.37%. The male literacy rate is 88.36%, while the female literacy rate is 78.60%.