Sunar Gaon - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Sunar Gaon is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Ghansali and around 80 km from New Tehri. Sunargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunar Gaon is 042756. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.36 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sunar 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sunar Gaon village had a total population of 184 people, including 81 males and 103 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,272 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 58.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 184 | 81 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 23 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sunar Gaon
Sunar 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 Sunar Gaon
Sunar Gaon 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 | 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 Tehri to Sunar Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sunar Gaon 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 Sunar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunar 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 Sunar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunar Gaon
Where is Sunar Gaon located?
Sunar Gaon village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunar Gaon is Sunargaon.
What is the pincode of Sunar Gaon?
The pincode of Sunar Gaon is 249125.
What is the population of Sunar Gaon?
Sunar Gaon had a total population of 184, including 81 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Gaon?
Sunar Gaon had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Gaon was 71.79%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 58.70%.