Sugar - Illambazar, Birbhum
Sugar is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 41.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Joydev-kenduli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sugar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugar is 317973. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.81 hectares and falls under the 731214 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sugar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sugar
As per Census 2011, Sugar village has a total population of 1,913 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 872 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,133 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sugar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,913 | 1,041 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 155 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 159 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 660 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 381 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Sugar
Sugar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Janubazar | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Bhubanaswer | South | 1.18 km |
| Akamba | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Dhulpur | South | 1.38 km |
| Chhata Chak | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Mundira | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Kshudrapur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Sahapur | North | 2.20 km |
| Joydev Kenduli | West | 2.28 km |
| Balarpur | South-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sugar
Sugar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 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 Bolpur to Sugar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sugar is about 41.8 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 Sugar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugar 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 Sugar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sugar
Where is Sugar located?
Sugar village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sugar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sugar is Joydev-kenduli.
What is the pincode of Sugar?
The pincode of Sugar is 731214.
What is the population of Sugar?
Sugar has a total population of 1,913, including 1,041 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Sugar?
There are 371 households in Sugar.
What is the literacy rate in Sugar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugar is 59.23%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 54.24%.