Sunia - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Sunia is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4 km from Goghat and around 85.8 km from Chinsura. Goghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunia is 324090. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.67 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sunia
As per Census 2011, Sunia village has a total population of 2,329 people, consisting of 1,168 males and 1,161 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,521 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,021 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,168 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 121 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,021 | 509 | 512 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 161 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 864 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 304 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Sunia
Sunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amadpur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Kurmana | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Dahiakanda | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Bamunia | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Naldubi | West | 2.31 km |
| Kamche | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Betbani | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Nakunda | South | 2.61 km |
| Laluka | West | 2.69 km |
| Goghat | North | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunia
Public transport in the Sunia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Sunia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sunia is about 85.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunia 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 Sunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunia
Where is Sunia located?
Sunia village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunia is Goghat.
What is the pincode of Sunia?
The pincode of Sunia is 712614.
What is the population of Sunia?
Sunia has a total population of 2,329, including 1,168 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Sunia?
There are 511 households in Sunia.
What is the literacy rate in Sunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunia is 65.31%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 56.59%.