Sunar Gaon - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Sunar Gaon 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. Sunar Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunar Gaon is 046518. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.45 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sunar Gaon village had a total population of 365 people, including 170 males and 195 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 95.92% and female literacy at 64.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 365 | 170 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 141 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 29 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sunar Gaon
Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon
Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sunar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon
Where is Sunar Gaon located?
Sunar Gaon village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunar Gaon?
Sunar Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunar Gaon?
The pincode of Sunar Gaon is 246130.
What is the population of Sunar Gaon?
Sunar Gaon had a total population of 365, including 170 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Gaon?
Sunar Gaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Gaon was 79.25%. Male literacy was 95.92% and female literacy was 64.91%.