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
As per Census 2011, Sanour village has a total population of 1,456 people, consisting of 752 males and 704 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanour are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,456, including 752 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Sanour?
There are 309 households in Sanour.
What is the literacy rate in Sanour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanour is 77.61%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 76.14%.