Saundkoti
Saundkoti is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Saundkoti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saundkoti unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Saundkoti’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 Saundkoti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saundkoti is 044036. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249199. Chamba is nearest town to Saundkoti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saundkoti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saundkoti
Population of Saundkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Saundkoti has a total population of about 1,240, with approximately 632 males and 608 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 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 76.13%, with male literacy at about 82.91% and female literacy near 69.08%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saundkoti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,240 | 632 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 77 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 944 | 524 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 108 | 188 |
Connectivity of Saundkoti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saundkoti. As per the 2011 stats, Saundkoti 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saundkoti
Knowing the nearby villages of Saundkoti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saundkoti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saundkoti
- Where is Saundkoti located?
- Saundkoti village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saundkoti?
- Saundkoti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saundkoti?
- The pincode of Saundkoti is 249199, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saundkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saundkoti is 1,240, with 632 males and 608 females.
- How many households are there in Saundkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saundkoti village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saundkoti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saundkoti is 76.13%. The male literacy rate is 82.91%, while the female literacy rate is 69.08%.