Saund - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Saund is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Ghansali and around 80 km from New Tehri. Saunf serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saund is 042769. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.94 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Saund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saund
As per Census 2011, Saund village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 264 males and 345 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,306 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 264 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 179 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 85 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Saund
Saund 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 Saund
Saund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Srinagar to Saund is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saund is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saund 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saund
Where is Saund located?
Saund village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saund?
The Gram Panchayat of Saund is Saunf.
What is the pincode of Saund?
The pincode of Saund is 249125.
What is the population of Saund?
Saund has a total population of 609, including 264 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Saund?
There are 134 households in Saund.
What is the literacy rate in Saund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saund is 57.14%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 48.99%.