Sundar - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Sundar is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Deori - 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundar is 503553. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.62 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Sundar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundar
According to the 2011 Census, Sundar village had a total population of 1,583 people, including 810 males and 773 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.12%, with male literacy at 58.86% and female literacy at 40.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,054.
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 | 1,583 | 810 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 195 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 541 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 362 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 448 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Sundar
Sundar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godawar | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Sakariya | North | 3.44 km |
| Karlo | West | 3.63 km |
| Geer | South | 4.01 km |
| Badhnai | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Semra | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Bairdah | West | 5.56 km |
| Amachua | North | 5.69 km |
| Darbari | East | 6.39 km |
| Rajdaha | North | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundar
Sundar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Sundar is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sundar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sundar
Where is Sundar located?
Sundar village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundar is Deori - 1.
What is the pincode of Sundar?
The pincode of Sundar is 486882.
What is the population of Sundar?
Sundar had a total population of 1,583, including 810 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Sundar?
Sundar had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundar was 50.12%. Male literacy was 58.86% and female literacy was 40.96%.