Sunpur - Dhira, Kangra
Sunpur is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Naura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunpur is 011240. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.98 hectares and falls under the 176084 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Sunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sunpur village had a total population of 142 people, including 65 males and 77 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.34%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 85.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 142 | 65 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Sunpur
Sunpur 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 Sunpur
Sunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Sunpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sunpur
Where is Sunpur located?
Sunpur village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunpur is Naura.
What is the pincode of Sunpur?
The pincode of Sunpur is 176084.
What is the population of Sunpur?
Sunpur had a total population of 142, including 65 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sunpur?
Sunpur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunpur was 89.34%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 85.51%.