Sundarpahari - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Sundarpahari is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Chururiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarpahari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarpahari is 361225. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.13 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode.
Sundarpahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundarpahari
As per Census 2011, Sundarpahari village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 691 males and 684 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 419 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarpahari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 691 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 419 | 204 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 423 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 268 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarpahari
Sundarpahari 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 Sundarpahari
Sundarpahari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Sundarpahari is about 38 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 Sundarpahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarpahari 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 Sundarpahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarpahari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sundarpahari
Where is Sundarpahari located?
Sundarpahari village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarpahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarpahari is Chururiya.
What is the pincode of Sundarpahari?
The pincode of Sundarpahari is 828142.
What is the population of Sundarpahari?
Sundarpahari has a total population of 1,375, including 691 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Sundarpahari?
There are 259 households in Sundarpahari.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarpahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarpahari is 48.65%. Male literacy is 61.22% and female literacy is 35.96%.