Sung - Ghaat, Chamoli
Sung is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Chamoli and around 58 km from Gopeshwar. Sung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sung is 041064. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.62 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sung 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sung
According to the 2011 Census, Sung village had a total population of 263 people, including 112 males and 151 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 74.42%.
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 | 263 | 112 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sung
Sung 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 Sung
Sung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Sung is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sung is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sung 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 Sung
Where is Sung located?
Sung village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sung?
Sung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sung?
The pincode of Sung is 246435.
What is the population of Sung?
Sung had a total population of 263, including 112 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Sung?
Sung had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sung was 81.36%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 74.42%.