Saun Gaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Saun Gaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saun Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saun Gaon is 050042. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.84 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Saun Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saun Gaon
As per Census 2011, Saun Gaon village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 20 males and 14 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saun Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Saun Gaon
Saun 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 Saun Gaon
Public transport in the Saun Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Saun Gaon is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saun Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saun Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saun 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 Saun Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saun Gaon
Where is Saun Gaon located?
Saun Gaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saun Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saun Gaon is Choli.
What is the pincode of Saun Gaon?
The pincode of Saun Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Saun Gaon?
Saun Gaon has a total population of 34, including 20 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Saun Gaon?
There are 8 households in Saun Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Saun Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saun Gaon is 70.59%. Male literacy is 85.00% and female literacy is 50.00%.