Sunpahar Village - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Sunpahar is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ullani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunpahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunpahar is 056294. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.2 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sunpahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunpahar
As per Census 2011, Sunpahar village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 475 males and 400 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunpahar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 475 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 134 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 373 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 102 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sunpahar
Sunpahar 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 Sunpahar
Public transport in the Sunpahar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sunpahar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Sunpahar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sunpahar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunpahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunpahar 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 km |
Health Facilities in Sunpahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunpahar 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 Sunpahar
Where is Sunpahar located?
Sunpahar village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunpahar is Ullani.
What is the pincode of Sunpahar?
The pincode of Sunpahar is 262308.
What is the population of Sunpahar?
Sunpahar has a total population of 875, including 475 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Sunpahar?
There are 166 households in Sunpahar.
What is the literacy rate in Sunpahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunpahar is 73.94%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 68.50%.