Sunkad - Jabera, Damoh
Sunkad is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Sunkad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkad is 462611. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.26 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sunkad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunkad
As per Census 2011, Sunkad village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 457 males and 423 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunkad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 457 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 80 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 183 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 290 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 167 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkad
Sunkad 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 Sunkad
Public transport in the Sunkad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sunkad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabera to Sunkad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Sunkad is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkad 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunkad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkad 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 Sunkad
Where is Sunkad located?
Sunkad village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkad?
Sunkad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunkad?
The pincode of Sunkad is 470881.
What is the population of Sunkad?
Sunkad has a total population of 880, including 457 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Sunkad?
There are 197 households in Sunkad.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkad is 53.64%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 43.03%.