Sutar Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Sutar Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sutar Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutar Gaon is 052273. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.74 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sutar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Sutar Gaon village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 99 males and 139 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,404 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 99 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 24 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sutar Gaon
Sutar Gaon 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 Sutar Gaon
Sutar Gaon 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 Sutar Gaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sutar Gaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sutar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sutar Gaon
Where is Sutar Gaon located?
Sutar Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutar Gaon?
Sutar Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutar Gaon?
The pincode of Sutar Gaon is 263652.
What is the population of Sutar Gaon?
Sutar Gaon has a total population of 238, including 99 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Sutar Gaon?
There are 60 households in Sutar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sutar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutar Gaon is 65.13%. Male literacy is 75.76% and female literacy is 57.55%.