Sungari - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Sungari is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Suengari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sungari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sungari is 051923. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.22 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sungari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sungari
As per Census 2011, Sungari village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 181 males and 267 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,475 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sungari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 181 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 154 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 27 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Sungari
Sungari 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 Sungari
Sungari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Sungari is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sungari is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sungari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sungari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sungari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sungari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sungari
Where is Sungari located?
Sungari village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sungari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sungari is Suengari.
What is the pincode of Sungari?
The pincode of Sungari is 263656.
What is the population of Sungari?
Sungari has a total population of 448, including 181 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Sungari?
There are 102 households in Sungari.
What is the literacy rate in Sungari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sungari is 70.98%. Male literacy is 85.08% and female literacy is 61.42%.