Sunali - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Sunali is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sunali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunali is 040129. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.68 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sunali 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 Sunali
According to the 2011 Census, Sunali village had a total population of 491 people, including 247 males and 244 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 56.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 491 | 247 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 19 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 192 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 55 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Sunali
Sunali 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 Sunali
Sunali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sunali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sunali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sunali is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunali
Where is Sunali located?
Sunali village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunali?
Sunali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunali?
The pincode of Sunali is 249185.
What is the population of Sunali?
Sunali had a total population of 491, including 247 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sunali?
Sunali had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunali was 74.29%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 56.34%.