Dhaun Sunar - Someshwar, Almora
Dhaun Sunar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kwarali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaun Sunar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaun Sunar is 053296. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.1 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dhaun Sunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dhaun Sunar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaun Sunar village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaun Sunar
Dhaun Sunar 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 Dhaun Sunar
Public transport in the Dhaun Sunar 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 Almora to Dhaun Sunar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaun Sunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaun Sunar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaun Sunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaun Sunar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhaun Sunar
Where is Dhaun Sunar located?
Dhaun Sunar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaun Sunar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaun Sunar is Kwarali.
What is the pincode of Dhaun Sunar?
The pincode of Dhaun Sunar is 263637.
What is the population of Dhaun Sunar?
Dhaun Sunar had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Dhaun Sunar?
Dhaun Sunar had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaun Sunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaun Sunar was 60.00%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 50.00%.