Saundari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Saundari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Saundari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundari is 040167. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.04 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Saundari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saundari
As per Census 2011, Saundari village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 128 males and 146 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 128 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 106 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 22 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Saundari
Saundari 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 Saundari
Saundari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barkot to Saundari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Saundari is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saundari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saundari
Where is Saundari located?
Saundari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundari?
Saundari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundari?
The pincode of Saundari is 249185.
What is the population of Saundari?
Saundari has a total population of 274, including 128 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Saundari?
There are 52 households in Saundari.
What is the literacy rate in Saundari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundari is 67.88%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 54.79%.