Sunara - Dharwala, Chamba
Sunara is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Chamba. Sunara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunara is 007849. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sunara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunara
According to the 2011 Census, Sunara village had a total population of 623 people, including 312 males and 311 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.75%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 58.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 623 | 312 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 228 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 84 | 152 |
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 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 Chamba to Sunara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, 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 176311.
What is the population of Sunara?
Sunara had a total population of 623, including 312 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Sunara?
Sunara had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunara was 70.75%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 58.67%.