Sunhr Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Sunhr Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sunargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunhr Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunhr Gaon is 043780. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.62 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sunhr Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunhr Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sunhr Gaon village had a total population of 596 people, including 284 males and 312 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 96.76% and female literacy at 66.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 596 | 284 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 239 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 45 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Sunhr Gaon
Sunhr Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandri | North | 0.52 km |
| Syansu | East | 0.99 km |
| Jaskot | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Lwarkha | South | 1.46 km |
| Dariya Chak | West | 1.53 km |
| Majholi | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Bagori | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Ojha Nautar | South | 2.01 km |
| Kamand Kinthu Madhe Chak | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Biriyani | North | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunhr Gaon
Sunhr Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sunhr Gaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sunhr Gaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunhr Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunhr Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunhr Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunhr Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sunhr Gaon
Where is Sunhr Gaon located?
Sunhr Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunhr Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunhr Gaon is Sunargaon.
What is the pincode of Sunhr Gaon?
The pincode of Sunhr Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Sunhr Gaon?
Sunhr Gaon had a total population of 596, including 284 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Sunhr Gaon?
Sunhr Gaon had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunhr Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunhr Gaon was 80.52%. Male literacy was 96.76% and female literacy was 66.55%.