Saundkoti - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Saundkoti is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 17 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Saundkoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundkoti is 044036. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.88 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Saundkoti 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 Saundkoti
As per Census 2011, Saundkoti village has a total population of 1,240 people, consisting of 632 males and 608 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundkoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,240 | 632 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 77 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 524 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 108 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Saundkoti
Saundkoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semalta | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Badon Gaon | North | 1.20 km |
| Jagdhar | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Dargi | South | 1.49 km |
| Than Dobhalu Ka | West | 1.91 km |
| Kemwal Gaon | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Lamkot | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Chamani | East | 2.08 km |
| Sabali Talli | West | 2.18 km |
| Makhaliyan Chak | North-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundkoti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saundkoti. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| 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 Chamba to Saundkoti is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saundkoti is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundkoti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saundkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundkoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saundkoti
Where is Saundkoti located?
Saundkoti village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundkoti?
Saundkoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundkoti?
The pincode of Saundkoti is 249001.
What is the population of Saundkoti?
Saundkoti has a total population of 1,240, including 632 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Saundkoti?
There are 275 households in Saundkoti.
What is the literacy rate in Saundkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundkoti is 76.13%. Male literacy is 82.91% and female literacy is 69.08%.