Suneht - Jaswan, Kangra
Suneht is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Goraldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suneht village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suneht is 010646. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Suneht village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suneht
According to the 2011 Census, Suneht village had a total population of 317 people, including 156 males and 161 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.91%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Suneht
Suneht 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 Suneht
Public transport in the Suneht 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 Suneht is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suneht
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suneht village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suneht
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suneht 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suneht
Where is Suneht located?
Suneht village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suneht?
The Gram Panchayat of Suneht is Goraldhar.
What is the pincode of Suneht?
The pincode of Suneht is 177111.
What is the population of Suneht?
Suneht had a total population of 317, including 156 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Suneht?
Suneht had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suneht?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suneht was 81.91%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 77.70%.