Sunar Kalan Village - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Sunar Kalan is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Sunner Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunar Kalan is 030237. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 144034 pincode. Nurmahal is the nearest town.
Sunar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sunar Kalan village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 705 males and 653 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,013 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunar Kalan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 705 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 216 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 556 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 149 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sunar Kalan
Sunar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adekali | East | 0.89 km |
| Pabwan | West | 0.95 km |
| Sidhu Hari Singh | South | 1.02 km |
| Bhardwaji | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Baina Pur | West | 1.69 km |
| Mohan Pur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Sidham Mutsadi | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Jago Sangha | West | 2.07 km |
| Sunar Tatar | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Chima Khurd | South-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunar Kalan
Sunar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nurmahal, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Sunar Kalan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunar Kalan 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 Sunar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunar Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunar Kalan
Where is Sunar Kalan located?
Sunar Kalan village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunar Kalan is Sunner Kalan.
What is the pincode of Sunar Kalan?
The pincode of Sunar Kalan is 144034.
What is the population of Sunar Kalan?
Sunar Kalan has a total population of 1,358, including 705 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Kalan?
There are 273 households in Sunar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Kalan is 74.59%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 69.98%.