Shunia
Shunia is a village located in Khandaghosh subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sagrai. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shunia village. As per 2009 stats, Sagrhai is the gram panchayat of Shunia village.
Shunia has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shunia is 320937. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713423. Burdwan is nearest town to Shunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Shunia
Below is a concise population overview of Shunia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 475 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 184 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 400 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shunia village:
- The total population of Shunia village is around 954, including approximately 475 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Shunia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shunia village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shunia village is about 80.82%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 77.45%.
- There are around 237 households in Shunia village.
Connectivity of Shunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shunia. As per the 2011 stats, Shunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Shunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shunia
- Where is Shunia located?
- Shunia village is situated in Khandaghosh Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shunia is Sagrhai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shunia?
- The pincode of Shunia is 713423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shunia is 954, with 475 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shunia village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shunia is 80.82%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 77.45%.