Sunga - Berasia, Bhopal
Sunga is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Sunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunga is 482124. The village covers a total geographical area of 765.73 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunga
As per Census 2011, Sunga village has a total population of 1,328 people, consisting of 701 males and 627 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,328 | 701 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 181 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 379 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 322 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Sunga
Sunga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadaia Brahman | East | 1.84 km |
| Badli | South | 1.98 km |
| Jagmeri | North | 2.34 km |
| Damila | East | 2.77 km |
| Runaha | West | 2.90 km |
| Kadaiya Khurd | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Ganyari | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Kadi Khedi | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Netapura | South | 3.36 km |
| Hinotiya Jagir | South-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunga
Sunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kachnaria, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| 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 Berasia to Sunga is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Sunga is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunga
Where is Sunga located?
Sunga village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunga?
Sunga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunga?
The pincode of Sunga is 462120.
What is the population of Sunga?
Sunga has a total population of 1,328, including 701 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Sunga?
There are 274 households in Sunga.
What is the literacy rate in Sunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunga is 44.13%. Male literacy is 54.07% and female literacy is 33.01%.