Sunj - Saluni, Chamba
Sunj is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhadela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunj is 007192. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.19 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Sunj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunj
According to the 2011 Census, Sunj village had a total population of 166 people, including 88 males and 78 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.19%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 59 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 29 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Sunj
Sunj 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 Sunj
Sunj 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Sunj is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sunj is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunj 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunj
Where is Sunj located?
Sunj village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunj is Bhadela.
What is the pincode of Sunj?
The pincode of Sunj is 176321.
What is the population of Sunj?
Sunj had a total population of 166, including 88 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sunj?
Sunj had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunj was 66.19%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 50.00%.