Sunder Pur - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Sunder Pur is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pora and around 14 km from Jammu. Gondla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sunder Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunder Pur is 006068. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.5 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sunder Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunder Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Sunder Pur village had a total population of 491 people, including 263 males and 228 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.32%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 79.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 491 | 263 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 204 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Sunder Pur
Sunder Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Musa | South | 0.77 km |
| Agwan | South | 1.52 km |
| Purana Pind | West | 1.75 km |
| Gagian | North | 1.96 km |
| Chak Mohdyar | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Arazi Badyal | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Mokhey | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Thikrian | North | 2.79 km |
| Puro Bhan | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Dablehar | South-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunder Pur
Sunder Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bari Brahman, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 km.
| 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 R.s.pora to Sunder Pur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sunder Pur is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunder Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunder Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunder Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunder Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sunder Pur
Where is Sunder Pur located?
Sunder Pur village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sunder Pur?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sunder Pur is Gondla.
What is the pincode of Sunder Pur?
The pincode of Sunder Pur is 181102.
What is the population of Sunder Pur?
Sunder Pur had a total population of 491, including 263 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sunder Pur?
Sunder Pur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunder Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunder Pur was 84.32%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 79.15%.