Sukna
Sukna is a village located in Kurseong subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 27.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kurseong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sukna village. As per 2009 stats, Sukna village is also a gram panchayat.
Sukna has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Sukna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sukna is 306445. The village spans a total geographical area of 8.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734009. Siliguri is nearest town to Sukna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Sukna
Below is a concise population overview of Sukna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,011 | 480 | 531 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 83 | 104 |
Literate Population | 830 | 412 | 418 |
Illiterate Population | 181 | 68 | 113 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sukna village:
- The total population of Sukna village is around 1,011, including approximately 480 males and 531 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Sukna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sukna village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 187 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sukna village is about 82.10%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 78.72%.
- There are around 214 households in Sukna village.
Connectivity of Sukna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sukna. As per the 2011 stats, Sukna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sukna
Knowing the nearby villages of Sukna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sukna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sukna
- Where is Sukna located?
- Sukna village is situated in Kurseong Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sukna?
- Sukna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sukna?
- The pincode of Sukna is 734009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sukna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sukna is 1,011, with 480 males and 531 females.
- How many households are there in Sukna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sukna village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sukna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sukna is 82.10%. The male literacy rate is 85.83%, while the female literacy rate is 78.72%.