Sundarush - Pursura, Hooghly
Sundarush is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.1 km from Pursura and around 53.7 km from Chinsura. Chiladangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarush village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarush is 324426. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.34 hectares and falls under the 712401 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sundarush village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundarush
As per Census 2011, Sundarush village has a total population of 2,494 people, consisting of 1,285 males and 1,209 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarush are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,494 | 1,285 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 158 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,029 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 256 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarush
Sundarush 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hetam Chak | East | 0.83 km |
| Balarampur | West | 1.07 km |
| Shrirampur | North | 1.38 km |
| Chilladangi | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Parul | West | 1.75 km |
| Akri Fatepur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Sachak | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Harihar | North | 1.99 km |
| Beremul | East | 2.28 km |
| Binagram | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundarush
Sundarush is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tarakeswar to Sundarush is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sundarush is about 53.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundarush
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarush village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sundarush
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarush village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sundarush
Where is Sundarush located?
Sundarush village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarush?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarush is Chiladangi.
What is the pincode of Sundarush?
The pincode of Sundarush is 712401.
What is the population of Sundarush?
Sundarush has a total population of 2,494, including 1,285 males and 1,209 females.
How many households are there in Sundarush?
There are 589 households in Sundarush.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarush?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarush is 74.14%. Male literacy is 80.08% and female literacy is 67.82%.