Sundru - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Sundru is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sundru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundru is 434219. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.33 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sundru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundru
According to the 2011 Census, Sundru village had a total population of 841 people, including 395 males and 446 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.73%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.
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 | 841 | 395 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 39 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 221 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 310 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 85 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Sundru
Sundru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mrigkhol | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Pokpani | West | 1.94 km |
| Masarighat | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Ghumra | East | 2.46 km |
| Jambahar | North | 2.78 km |
| Jharan | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Chharla | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Purainbandh | West | 3.90 km |
| Sahilata | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Korchikani | South | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundru
Public transport in the Sundru is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Sundru is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Sundru is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sundru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sundru
Where is Sundru located?
Sundru village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sundru?
Sundru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sundru?
The pincode of Sundru is 496227.
What is the population of Sundru?
Sundru had a total population of 841, including 395 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Sundru?
Sundru had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundru was 77.73%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 69.09%.