Sunar Khera - Milak, Rampur
Sunar Khera is a village situated in the Milak tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Milak and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Halu Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunar Khera is 117292. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.54 hectares and falls under the 244701 pincode. Milak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sunar Khera 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 Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunar Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Sunar Khera village had a total population of 741 people, including 411 males and 330 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 803 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.36%, with male literacy at 75.95% and female literacy at 45.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 741 | 411 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 104 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 259 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 152 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Sunar Khera
Sunar Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Megha Nagla Jadid | West | 0.93 km |
| Gadhiya Hinga Nagla | North | 1.05 km |
| Halu Nagar | East | 1.14 km |
| Ras Dandia | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Tumariya | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Bhawarka | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Pipalya Raizada | West | 2.33 km |
| Hinga Nagla | North | 2.37 km |
| Panjawa | North | 2.41 km |
| Bhawarki | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunar Khera
Sunar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kemri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Milak to Sunar Khera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Sunar Khera is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunar Khera 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 Khera
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 Khera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunar Khera
Where is Sunar Khera located?
Sunar Khera village is located in Milak Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunar Khera is Halu Nagar.
What is the pincode of Sunar Khera?
The pincode of Sunar Khera is 244701.
What is the population of Sunar Khera?
Sunar Khera had a total population of 741, including 411 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Sunar Khera?
Sunar Khera had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunar Khera was 62.36%. Male literacy was 75.95% and female literacy was 45.68%.