Sunail - Akhnoor, Jammu
Sunail is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Targwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunail is 005514. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.3 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sunail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunail
According to the 2011 Census, Sunail village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 682 males and 652 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.15%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 72.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 510.
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 | 1,334 | 682 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 258 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 528 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 154 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Sunail
Sunail 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 Sunail
Sunail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Akhnoor to Sunail is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sunail is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunail 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 Sunail
Where is Sunail located?
Sunail village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunail is Targwal.
What is the pincode of Sunail?
The pincode of Sunail is 181201.
What is the population of Sunail?
Sunail had a total population of 1,334, including 682 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Sunail?
Sunail had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunail was 80.15%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 72.09%.