Sountiyal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Sountiyal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Narendra Nagar and around 48 km from New Tehri. Mangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sountiyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sountiyal Gaon is 044554. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.96 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Narendra Nagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sountiyal 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sountiyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sountiyal Gaon village had a total population of 628 people, including 364 males and 264 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 725 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.48%, with male literacy at 82.41% and female literacy at 61.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 628 | 364 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 253 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 111 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Sountiyal Gaon
Sountiyal Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamankhola | West | 0.74 km |
| Fafaruwan Gaon | East | 0.74 km |
| Dobhal Gaon | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Mulwani | North | 1.08 km |
| Vairola | South | 1.32 km |
| Pokhkri | West | 1.55 km |
| Pendars | East | 1.62 km |
| Gairogi Sera | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Khand | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Sain | East | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sountiyal Gaon
Public transport in the Sountiyal Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narendra Nagar to Sountiyal Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sountiyal Gaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sountiyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sountiyal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sountiyal 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 Sountiyal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sountiyal Gaon
Where is Sountiyal Gaon located?
Sountiyal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sountiyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sountiyal Gaon is Mangaon.
What is the pincode of Sountiyal Gaon?
The pincode of Sountiyal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Sountiyal Gaon?
Sountiyal Gaon had a total population of 628, including 364 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Sountiyal Gaon?
Sountiyal Gaon had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sountiyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sountiyal Gaon was 73.48%. Male literacy was 82.41% and female literacy was 61.09%.