Sour Kakhoun - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Sour Kakhoun is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 83 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gareth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sour Kakhoun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sour Kakhoun is 044250. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.14 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sour Kakhoun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sour Kakhoun
According to the 2011 Census, Sour Kakhoun village had a total population of 116 people, including 58 males and 58 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 49 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 9 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sour Kakhoun
Sour Kakhoun 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 Sour Kakhoun
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sour Kakhoun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mussoorie to Sour Kakhoun is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sour Kakhoun is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sour Kakhoun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sour Kakhoun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sour Kakhoun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sour Kakhoun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sour Kakhoun
Where is Sour Kakhoun located?
Sour Kakhoun village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sour Kakhoun?
The Gram Panchayat of Sour Kakhoun is Gareth.
What is the pincode of Sour Kakhoun?
The pincode of Sour Kakhoun is 249180.
What is the population of Sour Kakhoun?
Sour Kakhoun had a total population of 116, including 58 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Sour Kakhoun?
Sour Kakhoun had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sour Kakhoun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sour Kakhoun was 70.87%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 46.15%.