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
As per Census 2011, Sunar Gaon village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 81 males and 103 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 81 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 184, including 81 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Gaon?
There are 47 households in Sunar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Gaon is 60.87%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 52.43%.