Sunpata - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sunpata is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Sunpata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunpata is 113278. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.58 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode. Nahraur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sunpata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunpata
As per Census 2011, Sunpata village has a total population of 1,474 people, consisting of 764 males and 710 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 857 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunpata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,474 | 764 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 857 | 456 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 532 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 232 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Sunpata
Sunpata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandu Pura Naseeb | North | 1.00 km |
| Kakrala | South | 1.08 km |
| Alipur Damodar | East | 1.22 km |
| Puroshattampur Bhagwan | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Malak Pur Dehri | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Aurang Shahpur Gangadhar | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Jagannath Pur | East | 2.08 km |
| Masuri | North | 2.14 km |
| Khurram Pur Kharak | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Aliyaarpur | South | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunpata
Sunpata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nahraur to Sunpata is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sunpata is about 24 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 Sunpata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunpata 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunpata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunpata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunpata
Where is Sunpata located?
Sunpata village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunpata?
Sunpata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunpata?
The pincode of Sunpata is 246733.
What is the population of Sunpata?
Sunpata has a total population of 1,474, including 764 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Sunpata?
There are 261 households in Sunpata.
What is the literacy rate in Sunpata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunpata is 60.85%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 51.41%.