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
According to the 2011 Census, Saund village had a total population of 609 people, including 264 males and 345 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,307 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 85.24% and female literacy at 54.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 609 | 264 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 609, including 264 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Saund?
Saund had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saund was 66.92%. Male literacy was 85.24% and female literacy was 54.52%.