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.

Saunt has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Saunt

Below is a concise population overview of Saunt as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saunt village:

  • The total population of Saunt village is around 950, including approximately 464 males and 486 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Saunt village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saunt village has 314 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Saunt village is about 83.37%, with male literacy at 88.36% and female literacy at 78.60%.
  • There are around 239 households in Saunt village.

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.

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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%.