Sundarpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sundarpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 26.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Samjia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarpur is 310804. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundarpur
As per Census 2011, Sundarpur village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 745 males and 648 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 745 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 88 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 565 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 180 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarpur
Sundarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sundarpur
Sundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balurghat to Sundarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sundarpur is about 26.8 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 Sundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sundarpur
Where is Sundarpur located?
Sundarpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarpur is Samjia.
What is the pincode of Sundarpur?
The pincode of Sundarpur is 733141.
What is the population of Sundarpur?
Sundarpur has a total population of 1,393, including 745 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Sundarpur?
There are 304 households in Sundarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarpur is 75.45%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 75.00%.