Sunthiya - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Sunthiya is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Chora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunthiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunthiya is 508232. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.03 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sunthiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunthiya
As per Census 2011, Sunthiya village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 744 males and 683 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunthiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 744 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 396 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 348 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Sunthiya
Sunthiya 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 Sunthiya
Sunthiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sunthiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Sunthiya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sunthiya is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunthiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunthiya 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 Sunthiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunthiya 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 Sunthiya
Where is Sunthiya located?
Sunthiya village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunthiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunthiya is Chora.
What is the pincode of Sunthiya?
The pincode of Sunthiya is 385310.
What is the population of Sunthiya?
Sunthiya has a total population of 1,427, including 744 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Sunthiya?
There are 233 households in Sunthiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sunthiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunthiya is 39.73%. Male literacy is 53.23% and female literacy is 25.04%.