Sunpura - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Sunpura is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Khairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunpura is 489606. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.37 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sunpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunpura
As per Census 2011, Sunpura village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 176 males and 190 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 176 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 20 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 129 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 47 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sunpura
Sunpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khairi (bhairoghat) | East | 1.42 km |
| Bamhori | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Maili | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Amakhoh | North | 2.21 km |
| Samadpura | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Biruhala | South | 2.60 km |
| Barmhan | West | 3.15 km |
| Jamun Taradehi | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Gubarakhurd | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Hinotiya | East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunpura
Sunpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahpura to Sunpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Sunpura is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunpura
Where is Sunpura located?
Sunpura village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunpura is Khairi.
What is the pincode of Sunpura?
The pincode of Sunpura is 483119.
What is the population of Sunpura?
Sunpura has a total population of 366, including 176 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sunpura?
There are 66 households in Sunpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sunpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunpura is 65.03%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 57.37%.