Sondhar - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Sondhar is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Jakhnidhar and around 45 km from New Tehri. Sondhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondhar is 043679. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.05 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sondhar 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 Sondhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sondhar village had a total population of 430 people, including 178 males and 252 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,416 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.34%, with male literacy at 91.95% and female literacy at 64.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
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 | 430 | 178 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 90 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 41 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Sondhar
Sondhar 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 Sondhar
Sondhar 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 Tehri to Sondhar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sondhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondhar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sondhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondhar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sondhar
Where is Sondhar located?
Sondhar village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondhar?
Sondhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sondhar?
The pincode of Sondhar is 249123.
What is the population of Sondhar?
Sondhar had a total population of 430, including 178 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sondhar?
Sondhar had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondhar was 75.34%. Male literacy was 91.95% and female literacy was 64.09%.