Sunj
Sunj is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Sunj village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadela is the gram panchayat of Sunj village.
Here you can discover what makes Sunj unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Sunj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sunj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunj is 007192. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176321. Chamba is nearest town to Sunj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.
Google Map of Sunj
Population of Sunj
According to the 2011 Census, Sunj has a total population of about 166, with approximately 88 males and 78 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.42%, with male literacy at about 67.05% and female literacy near 42.31%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 166 | 88 | 78 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 92 | 59 | 33 |
Illiterate Population | 74 | 29 | 45 |
Connectivity of Sunj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunj. As per the 2011 stats, Sunj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sunj
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunj
- Where is Sunj located?
- Sunj village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sunj is Bhadela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sunj?
- The pincode of Sunj is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunj is 166, with 88 males and 78 females.
- How many households are there in Sunj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunj village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunj is 55.42%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 42.31%.