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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Suchan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Suchan Gaon village had a total population of 170 people, including 84 males and 86 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.86%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 30.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 170, including 84 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Suchan Gaon?
Suchan Gaon had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suchan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suchan Gaon was 37.86%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 30.43%.