Sunkhi

Sunkhi is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Sunkhi village. As per 2009 stats, Syri is the gram panchayat of Sunkhi village.

Here you can discover what makes Sunkhi unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Sunkhi’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 Sunkhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunkhi is 022266. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173222. Jutogh is nearest town to Sunkhi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sunkhi 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 Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Sunkhi

According to the 2011 Census, Sunkhi has a total population of about 202, with approximately 99 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 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. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.74%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 73.79%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunkhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 202 99 103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 15 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 36 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 153 77 76
Illiterate Population 49 22 27

Connectivity of Sunkhi

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

Nearby Villages of Sunkhi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunkhi

Where is Sunkhi located?
Sunkhi village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunkhi is Syri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sunkhi?
The pincode of Sunkhi is 173222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sunkhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunkhi is 202, with 99 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sunkhi village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunkhi is 75.74%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 73.79%.