Saundi - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Saundi is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 78 km from Narendra Nagar and around 77 km from New Tehri. Bhutli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundi is 044590. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.18 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Saundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saundi
According to the 2011 Census, Saundi village had a total population of 70 people, including 34 males and 36 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.32%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 53.13%. 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 | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Saundi
Saundi 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 Saundi
Saundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Devprayag to Saundi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saundi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saundi
Where is Saundi located?
Saundi village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saundi is Bhutli.
What is the pincode of Saundi?
The pincode of Saundi is 249146.
What is the population of Saundi?
Saundi had a total population of 70, including 34 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Saundi?
Saundi had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundi was 60.32%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 53.13%.