Sunhera - Keolari, Seoni
Sunhera is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sunhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunhera is 496615. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.24 hectares and falls under the 480994 pincode. Nainpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sunhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunhera
As per Census 2011, Sunhera village has a total population of 1,697 people, consisting of 849 males and 848 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,155 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 849 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 174 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 627 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 222 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Sunhera
Sunhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puttrra | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Sanwari | West | 2.58 km |
| Sunjhiri | South | 2.71 km |
| Kimachi | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Budhwara | North | 3.56 km |
| Bichuwa Mal | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Dehwani | East | 3.87 km |
| Thanwari | West | 4.37 km |
| Khair Ranji | South | 4.97 km |
| Suktara | West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunhera
Sunhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khairranji, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainpur to Sunhera is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sunhera is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunhera
Where is Sunhera located?
Sunhera village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunhera?
Sunhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunhera?
The pincode of Sunhera is 480994.
What is the population of Sunhera?
Sunhera has a total population of 1,697, including 849 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Sunhera?
There are 391 households in Sunhera.
What is the literacy rate in Sunhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunhera is 68.06%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 62.26%.