Sanour - Indora, Kangra
Sanour is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanour village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanour is 008722. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Sanour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanour
According to the 2011 Census, Sanour village had a total population of 1,456 people, including 752 males and 704 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.99%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 84.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 1,456 | 752 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 90 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 594 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 158 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Sanour
Sanour 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 Sanour
Sanour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sanour is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sanour
Where is Sanour located?
Sanour village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanour?
Sanour is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanour?
The pincode of Sanour is 176401.
What is the population of Sanour?
Sanour had a total population of 1,456, including 752 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Sanour?
Sanour had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanour was 86.99%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 84.14%.