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.
Here you can discover what makes Sulunga unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Sulunga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sulunga
Population of Sulunga
According to the 2011 Census, Sulunga has a total population of about 149, with approximately 76 males and 73 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 134. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.97%, with male literacy at about 53.95% and female literacy near 35.62%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sulunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.