Sunetar - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Sunetar is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sunetar-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunetar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunetar is 005099. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sunetar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunetar
According to the 2011 Census, Sunetar village had a total population of 3,845 people, including 1,992 males and 1,853 females, living in 664 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 59.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,526, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 3,845 | 1,992 | 1,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 336 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,526 | 786 | 740 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,285 | 1,339 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 653 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Sunetar
Sunetar 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 Sunetar
Sunetar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Sunetar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunetar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunetar 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 Sunetar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunetar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunetar
Where is Sunetar located?
Sunetar village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunetar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunetar is Sunetar-a.
What is the pincode of Sunetar?
The pincode of Sunetar is 182122.
What is the population of Sunetar?
Sunetar had a total population of 3,845, including 1,992 males and 1,853 females.
How many households are there in Sunetar?
Sunetar had 664 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunetar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunetar was 70.50%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 59.68%.