Sunir - Tyuni, Dehradun
Sunir is a village situated in the Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tyuni and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Sunir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunir is 044756. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.84 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sunir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunir
As per Census 2011, Sunir village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 171 males and 152 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 171 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 115 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 137 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 34 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Sunir
Sunir is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarni | East | 1.29 km |
| Kistur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Bhattar | North | 1.73 km |
| Bhunar | North | 1.76 km |
| Karardie | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Paturi | East | 2.08 km |
| Kunaun | South | 3.28 km |
| Sunoi | West | 3.47 km |
| Phanar | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Obraser | North | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunir
Sunir is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakrata to Sunir is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sunir is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunir 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 Sunir
Where is Sunir located?
Sunir village is located in Tyuni Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunir?
Sunir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunir?
The pincode of Sunir is 248001.
What is the population of Sunir?
Sunir has a total population of 323, including 171 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Sunir?
There are 33 households in Sunir.
What is the literacy rate in Sunir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunir is 42.72%. Male literacy is 80.12% and female literacy is 0.66%.