Sukunpur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Sukunpur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhania and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Ranipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukunpur is 203905. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.99 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sukunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sukunpur village had a total population of 552 people, including 275 males and 277 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.40%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 552 | 275 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 174 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 101 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sukunpur
Sukunpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sukunpur
Sukunpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sukunpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sadat to Sukunpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Sukunpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukunpur 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 Sukunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukunpur 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 Sukunpur
Where is Sukunpur located?
Sukunpur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukunpur is Ranipur.
What is the pincode of Sukunpur?
The pincode of Sukunpur is 275204.
What is the population of Sukunpur?
Sukunpur had a total population of 552, including 275 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Sukunpur?
Sukunpur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukunpur was 67.40%. Male literacy was 78.03% and female literacy was 57.26%.