Sungal - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Sungal is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Binaula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sungal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sungal is 019707. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Sungal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sungal
According to the 2011 Census, Sungal village had a total population of 492 people, including 263 males and 229 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.65%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 76.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 492 | 263 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 216 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Sungal
Sungal 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 Sungal
Sungal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Sungal is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sungal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sungal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sungal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sungal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sungal
Where is Sungal located?
Sungal village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sungal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sungal is Binaula.
What is the pincode of Sungal?
The pincode of Sungal is 174001.
What is the population of Sungal?
Sungal had a total population of 492, including 263 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Sungal?
Sungal had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sungal was 84.65%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 76.44%.