Sundargawn - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Sundargawn is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sargatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundargawn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundargawn is 217225. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.11 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sundargawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundargawn
According to the 2011 Census, Sundargawn village had a total population of 3,393 people, including 1,847 males and 1,546 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.92%, with male literacy at 48.04% and female literacy at 30.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 3,393 | 1,847 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 340 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 148 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 724 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,292 | 1,123 | 1,169 |
Nearby Villages of Sundargawn
Sundargawn 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 Sundargawn
Sundargawn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Sundargawn is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundargawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundargawn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sundargawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundargawn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sundargawn
Where is Sundargawn located?
Sundargawn village is located in Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundargawn?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundargawn is Sargatia.
What is the pincode of Sundargawn?
The pincode of Sundargawn is 845307.
What is the population of Sundargawn?
Sundargawn had a total population of 3,393, including 1,847 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Sundargawn?
Sundargawn had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundargawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundargawn was 39.92%. Male literacy was 48.04% and female literacy was 30.14%.