Sunara - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sunara is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sunara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunara is 040386. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.7 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sunara 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 Sunara
According to the 2011 Census, Sunara village had a total population of 338 people, including 183 males and 155 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.55%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 58.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 338 | 183 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 155 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Sunara
Sunara 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 Sunara
Sunara 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 Sunara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sunara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunara
Where is Sunara located?
Sunara village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunara?
Sunara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunara?
The pincode of Sunara is 249171.
What is the population of Sunara?
Sunara had a total population of 338, including 183 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sunara?
Sunara had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunara was 75.55%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 58.50%.