Sulunga - Kundhit, Jamtara
Sulunga is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Nagri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulunga is 373201. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.15 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode. Silanadi is the nearest town.
Sulunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sulunga
According to the 2011 Census, Sulunga village had a total population of 454 people, including 234 males and 220 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 66.14%.
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 | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 179 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 55 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Sulunga
Sulunga 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 Sulunga
Sulunga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Sulunga is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sulunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulunga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sulunga
Where is Sulunga located?
Sulunga village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sulunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulunga is Nagri.
What is the pincode of Sulunga?
The pincode of Sulunga is 815359.
What is the population of Sulunga?
Sulunga had a total population of 454, including 234 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Sulunga?
Sulunga had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulunga was 76.57%. Male literacy was 86.06% and female literacy was 66.14%.