Saund
Saund is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Saunf is the gram panchayat of Saund village.
Here you can discover what makes Saund unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Saund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Saund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saund is 042769. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Srinagar is nearest town to Saund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Saund
Population of Saund
According to the 2011 Census, Saund has a total population of about 609, with approximately 264 males and 345 females. The sex ratio is around 1306 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.14%, with male literacy at about 67.80% and female literacy near 48.99%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 264 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 348 | 179 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 85 | 176 |
Connectivity of Saund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saund. As per the 2011 stats, Saund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saund
Knowing the nearby villages of Saund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saund
- Where is Saund located?
- Saund village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saund is Saunf (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saund?
- The pincode of Saund is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saund is 609, with 264 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Saund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saund village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saund is 57.14%. The male literacy rate is 67.80%, while the female literacy rate is 48.99%.