Sundipur - Labpur, Birbhum
Sundipur is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 24.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chauhatta-mahodari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundipur is 317466. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.9 hectares and falls under the 731303 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sundipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundipur
As per Census 2011, Sundipur village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 372 males and 392 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 372 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 33 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 247 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 286 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 86 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Sundipur
Sundipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Faridpur | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Ujalpur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Junedpur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Shyampur | North | 1.38 km |
| Rajarampur | South | 1.60 km |
| Kusumdihi | West | 1.73 km |
| Tushkunda | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Chauhata | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Pancha Ganga | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Babna | South | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundipur
Sundipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Sundipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sundipur is about 24.6 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 Sundipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundipur 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 Sundipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sundipur
Where is Sundipur located?
Sundipur village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundipur is Chauhatta-mahodari-i.
What is the pincode of Sundipur?
The pincode of Sundipur is 731303.
What is the population of Sundipur?
Sundipur has a total population of 764, including 372 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Sundipur?
There are 163 households in Sundipur.
What is the literacy rate in Sundipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundipur is 64.27%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 52.30%.