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.

Sunj has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sunj

Below is a concise population overview of Sunj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sunj village:

  • The total population of Sunj village is around 166, including approximately 88 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Sunj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sunj village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sunj village is about 55.42%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 42.31%.
  • There are around 31 households in Sunj village.

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)
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.

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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%.