Southi - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Southi is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Thalisain and around 61 km from Pauri. Bangali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Southi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Southi is 046530. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.23 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Southi 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Southi
According to the 2011 Census, Southi village had a total population of 338 people, including 154 males and 184 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 92.14% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 338 | 154 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 129 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 25 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Southi
Southi 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 Southi
Southi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pauri to Southi is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Southi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Southi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Southi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Southi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Southi
Where is Southi located?
Southi village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Southi?
The Gram Panchayat of Southi is Bangali.
What is the pincode of Southi?
The pincode of Southi is 246130.
What is the population of Southi?
Southi had a total population of 338, including 154 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Southi?
Southi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Southi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Southi was 73.33%. Male literacy was 92.14% and female literacy was 56.88%.