Soukyani - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Soukyani is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Thalisain and around 119 km from Pauri. Thapla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soukyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soukyani is 046659. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.18 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Soukyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soukyani
According to the 2011 Census, Soukyani village had a total population of 134 people, including 57 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,351 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 134 | 57 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Soukyani
Soukyani 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 Soukyani
Public transport in the Soukyani is mainly available through bus 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 Pauri to Soukyani is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soukyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soukyani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soukyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soukyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soukyani
Where is Soukyani located?
Soukyani village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soukyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Soukyani is Thapla.
What is the pincode of Soukyani?
The pincode of Soukyani is 246175.
What is the population of Soukyani?
Soukyani had a total population of 134, including 57 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Soukyani?
Soukyani had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soukyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soukyani was 77.78%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 70.59%.