Sunargaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Sunargaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Tehri and around 27 km from New Tehri. Sunargoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunargaon is 043904. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.46 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sunargaon 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 Sunargaon
As per Census 2011, Sunargaon village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 161 males and 281 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,745 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 161 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 32 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 113 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 48 | 132 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunargaon
Sunargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chamba to Sunargaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sunargaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunargaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunargaon
Where is Sunargaon located?
Sunargaon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunargaon is Sunargoan.
What is the pincode of Sunargaon?
The pincode of Sunargaon is 249132.
What is the population of Sunargaon?
Sunargaon has a total population of 442, including 161 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Sunargaon?
There are 103 households in Sunargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sunargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunargaon is 59.28%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 53.02%.