Sundarpur - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Sundarpur is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from Goghat and around 95 km from Chinsura. Paschimpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarpur is 324206. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.07 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sundarpur village had a total population of 2,505 people, including 1,274 males and 1,231 females, living in 533 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 74.77% and female literacy at 61.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 2,505 | 1,274 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 180 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 153 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 818 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 456 | 592 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sundarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arambagh to Sundarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sundarpur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sundarpur
Where is Sundarpur located?
Sundarpur village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sundarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarpur is Paschimpara.
What is the pincode of Sundarpur?
The pincode of Sundarpur is 712122.
What is the population of Sundarpur?
Sundarpur had a total population of 2,505, including 1,274 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Sundarpur?
Sundarpur had 533 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarpur was 68.12%. Male literacy was 74.77% and female literacy was 61.15%.