Sunaldi - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sunaldi is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sunaldi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunaldi is 040324. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.42 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sunaldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sunaldi
According to the 2011 Census, Sunaldi village had a total population of 654 people, including 339 males and 315 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 54.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 654 | 339 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 250 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 89 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Sunaldi
Sunaldi 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 Sunaldi
Sunaldi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sunaldi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sunaldi is about 89 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 Sunaldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunaldi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunaldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunaldi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sunaldi
Where is Sunaldi located?
Sunaldi village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunaldi?
Sunaldi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunaldi?
The pincode of Sunaldi is 249141.
What is the population of Sunaldi?
Sunaldi had a total population of 654, including 339 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Sunaldi?
Sunaldi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunaldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunaldi was 71.99%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 54.51%.