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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Soonakot village had a total population of 469 people, including 228 males and 241 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.16%, with male literacy at 92.35% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 469 | 228 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 469, including 228 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Soonakot?
Soonakot had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soonakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soonakot was 79.16%. Male literacy was 92.35% and female literacy was 66.67%.