Soonakot - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Soonakot is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sunakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soonakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soonakot is 049485. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.54 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Soonakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soonakot
As per Census 2011, Soonakot village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 228 males and 241 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soonakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 228 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 181 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 47 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Soonakot
Soonakot 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 Soonakot
Soonakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Soonakot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Soonakot is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soonakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soonakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soonakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soonakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Soonakot
Where is Soonakot located?
Soonakot village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soonakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Soonakot is Sunakot.
What is the pincode of Soonakot?
The pincode of Soonakot is 262543.
What is the population of Soonakot?
Soonakot has a total population of 469, including 228 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Soonakot?
There are 110 households in Soonakot.
What is the literacy rate in Soonakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soonakot is 68.02%. Male literacy is 79.39% and female literacy is 57.26%.