Sunel - Sunel, Jhalawar
Sunel is a village situated in the Sunel tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from Pirawa and around 35 km from Jhalawar. Sunel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunel is 105065. The village covers a total geographical area of 2627.71 hectares and falls under the 326513 pincode. Pirawa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sunel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunel
As per Census 2011, Sunel village has a total population of 14,696 people, consisting of 7,537 males and 7,159 females. The village has 2,782 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,930 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,958 literate and 4,738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,696 | 7,537 | 7,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,930 | 988 | 942 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,463 | 756 | 707 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 9,958 | 5,873 | 4,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,738 | 1,664 | 3,074 |
Nearby Villages of Sunel
Sunel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandra Pura | East | 2.60 km |
| Arniya | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Jheekariya | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Khandal Kheri | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Kotra | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Samariya | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Akodiya | North | 4.14 km |
| Jaswantpura | South | 4.33 km |
| Pau Kheri | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Chachhalai | East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunel
Sunel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pirawa to Sunel is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Sunel is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunel 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Sunel
Where is Sunel located?
Sunel village is located in Sunel Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunel?
Sunel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunel?
The pincode of Sunel is 326513.
What is the population of Sunel?
Sunel has a total population of 14,696, including 7,537 males and 7,159 females.
How many households are there in Sunel?
There are 2,782 households in Sunel.
What is the literacy rate in Sunel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunel is 67.76%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 57.06%.