Sunar Gaun - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Sunar Gaun is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Yamkeshwar and around 155 km from Pauri. Baghala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunar Gaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunar Gaun is 048777. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.18 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Sunar Gaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunar Gaun
According to the 2011 Census, Sunar Gaun village had a total population of 35 people, including 19 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Sunar Gaun
Sunar Gaun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagala | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Bagode Gaon | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Rod Patar | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Ror Patal | West | 1.34 km |
| Bist Danda | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Nau Gaon | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Rawat Gaon | South | 1.68 km |
| Udiyali | South | 1.78 km |
| Rod Sawal | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Bharpur | North-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunar Gaun
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sunar Gaun. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Sunar Gaun is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sunar Gaun is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunar Gaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunar Gaun 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunar Gaun
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 Gaun 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunar Gaun
Where is Sunar Gaun located?
Sunar Gaun village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunar Gaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunar Gaun is Baghala.
What is the pincode of Sunar Gaun?
The pincode of Sunar Gaun is 246121.
What is the population of Sunar Gaun?
Sunar Gaun had a total population of 35, including 19 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Gaun?
Sunar Gaun had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Gaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Gaun was 79.41%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 62.50%.