Sunhetar

Sunhetar is a village located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Sunhetar village. As per 2009 stats, Dareen is the gram panchayat of Sunhetar village.

Here you can discover what makes Sunhetar unique in its vibrant Jawalamukhi-Kangra region. You’ll see Sunhetar’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 Sunhetar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunhetar is 010547. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176036. Nadaun is nearest town to Sunhetar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sunhetar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sunhetar

According to the 2011 Census, Sunhetar has a total population of about 246, with approximately 123 males and 123 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.24%, with male literacy at about 78.86% and female literacy near 75.61%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunhetar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 246 123 123
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 19 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 190 97 93
Illiterate Population 56 26 30

Connectivity of Sunhetar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunhetar. As per the 2011 stats, Sunhetar 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sunhetar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sunhetar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunhetar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunhetar

Where is Sunhetar located?
Sunhetar village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunhetar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunhetar is Dareen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sunhetar?
The pincode of Sunhetar is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sunhetar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunhetar is 246, with 123 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sunhetar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sunhetar village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunhetar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunhetar is 77.24%. The male literacy rate is 78.86%, while the female literacy rate is 75.61%.