Suchan Gaon - Mori, Uttarkashi
Suchan Gaon is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Haltadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suchan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suchan Gaon is 040274. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.09 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Suchan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suchan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Suchan Gaon village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 84 males and 86 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suchan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 52 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Suchan Gaon
Suchan Gaon 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 Suchan Gaon
Public transport in the Suchan Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Suchan Gaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Suchan Gaon is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suchan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suchan Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suchan 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 Suchan Gaon 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 Suchan Gaon
Where is Suchan Gaon located?
Suchan Gaon village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suchan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Suchan Gaon is Haltadi.
What is the pincode of Suchan Gaon?
The pincode of Suchan Gaon is 249128.
What is the population of Suchan Gaon?
Suchan Gaon has a total population of 170, including 84 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Suchan Gaon?
There are 28 households in Suchan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Suchan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suchan Gaon is 31.18%. Male literacy is 38.10% and female literacy is 24.42%.