Sanu - Garud, Bageshwar
Sanu is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Mathuron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanu is 051446. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.97 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sanu
According to the 2011 Census, Sanu village had a total population of 85 people, including 44 males and 41 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.25%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.50%.
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 | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sanu
Sanu 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 Sanu
Sanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Sanu is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanu 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 Sanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanu 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 Sanu
Where is Sanu located?
Sanu village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanu is Mathuron.
What is the pincode of Sanu?
The pincode of Sanu is 263641.
What is the population of Sanu?
Sanu had a total population of 85, including 44 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Sanu?
Sanu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanu was 91.25%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.50%.