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 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 Sunaldi
As per Census 2011, Sunaldi village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 339 males and 315 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunaldi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 339 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 654, including 339 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Sunaldi?
There are 141 households in Sunaldi.
What is the literacy rate in Sunaldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunaldi is 61.31%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 47.94%.