Sunah - Thunag, Mandi
Sunah is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sunah Lamba Thach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunah is 015134. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sunah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunah
According to the 2011 Census, Sunah village had a total population of 542 people, including 282 males and 260 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 70.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 542 | 282 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 226 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 56 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Sunah
Sunah 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 Sunah
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sunah.
| 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 Mandi to Sunah is about 84 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 Sunah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunah 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sunah
Where is Sunah located?
Sunah village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunah?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunah is Sunah Lamba Thach.
What is the pincode of Sunah?
The pincode of Sunah is 175048.
What is the population of Sunah?
Sunah had a total population of 542, including 282 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Sunah?
Sunah had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunah was 80.61%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 70.12%.