Saunla - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Saunla is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Ghansali and around 94 km from New Tehri. Saunla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saunla is 042823. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.61 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Saunla 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 Saunla
As per Census 2011, Saunla village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 153 males and 226 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,477 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saunla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 153 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 65 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 37 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Saunla
Saunla 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 Saunla
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Saunla.
| 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 Srinagar to Saunla is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saunla is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saunla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saunla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saunla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saunla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saunla
Where is Saunla located?
Saunla village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saunla?
Saunla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saunla?
The pincode of Saunla is 249125.
What is the population of Saunla?
Saunla has a total population of 379, including 153 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Saunla?
There are 84 households in Saunla.
What is the literacy rate in Saunla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saunla is 64.38%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 56.64%.