Sukna - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Sukna is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 34.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukna is 316551. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sukna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukna
According to the 2011 Census, Sukna village had a total population of 338 people, including 174 males and 164 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.38%, with male literacy at 85.62% and female literacy at 56.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 338 | 174 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 131 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 43 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sukna
Sukna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipulgram | South | 1.21 km |
| Ram Bhadrapur | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Pahana | East | 1.54 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | West | 1.71 km |
| Dwaruri | North | 1.76 km |
| Podda | West | 2.13 km |
| Pandulia | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Brahmanbahara | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Singari | West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukna
Sukna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Sukna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sukna is about 34.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sukna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukna
Where is Sukna located?
Sukna village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukna is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Sukna?
The pincode of Sukna is 731216.
What is the population of Sukna?
Sukna had a total population of 338, including 174 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Sukna?
Sukna had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukna was 71.38%. Male literacy was 85.62% and female literacy was 56.95%.