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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Southi village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 154 males and 184 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Southi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 154 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 338, including 154 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Southi?
There are 73 households in Southi.
What is the literacy rate in Southi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Southi is 65.09%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 49.46%.