Sunaun - Tharali, Chamoli
Sunaun is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunau Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunaun is 041671. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.5 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sunaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunaun
According to the 2011 Census, Sunaun village had a total population of 331 people, including 174 males and 157 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.19%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 65.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 331 | 174 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 152 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 22 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Sunaun
Sunaun 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 Sunaun
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sunaun.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Sunaun is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sunaun is about 83 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 Sunaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunaun 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 Sunaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunaun 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunaun
Where is Sunaun located?
Sunaun village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunaun is Sunau Talla.
What is the pincode of Sunaun?
The pincode of Sunaun is 246481.
What is the population of Sunaun?
Sunaun had a total population of 331, including 174 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sunaun?
Sunaun had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunaun was 80.19%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 65.56%.