Sutol - Ghaat, Chamoli
Sutol is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Chamoli and around 85 km from Gopeshwar. Sutol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutol is 041092. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.66 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sutol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sutol
According to the 2011 Census, Sutol village had a total population of 459 people, including 228 males and 231 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.36%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 45.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 459 | 228 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 144 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 84 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sutol
Sutol 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 Sutol
Public transport in the Sutol is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sutol is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sutol is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutol 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 Sutol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sutol
Where is Sutol located?
Sutol village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutol?
Sutol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutol?
The pincode of Sutol is 246435.
What is the population of Sutol?
Sutol had a total population of 459, including 228 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Sutol?
Sutol had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutol was 63.36%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 45.03%.