Sulunga

Sulunga is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Sonadhab is the gram panchayat of Sulunga village.

Sulunga has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sulunga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sulunga is 370922. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Shikaripara is nearest town to Sulunga village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sulunga

Below is a concise population overview of Sulunga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 149 76 73
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 9 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 134 68 66
Literate Population 67 41 26
Illiterate Population 82 35 47

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sulunga village:

  • The total population of Sulunga village is around 149, including approximately 76 males and 73 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Sulunga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sulunga village has 134 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sulunga village is about 44.97%, with male literacy at 53.95% and female literacy at 35.62%.
  • There are around 33 households in Sulunga village.

Connectivity of Sulunga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sulunga. As per the 2011 stats, Sulunga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sulunga

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

Kaurigarh Barghata Latbeda Kalaibari Amrapara Dharampur Sonadhap Parbatpur Rajbandh Jamkandar Indrapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sulunga

Where is Sulunga located?
Sulunga village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulunga is Sonadhab (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sulunga?
The pincode of Sulunga is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sulunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sulunga is 149, with 76 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Sulunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sulunga village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulunga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sulunga is 44.97%. The male literacy rate is 53.95%, while the female literacy rate is 35.62%.