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
According to the 2011 Census, Saunla village had a total population of 379 people, including 153 males and 226 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,477 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 92.80% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 379 | 153 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 65 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 379, including 153 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Saunla?
Saunla had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saunla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saunla was 76.49%. Male literacy was 92.80% and female literacy was 65.98%.