Sundalpur Char Village - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Sundalpur Char is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 37.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nawpara Masunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundalpur Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundalpur Char is 322035. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.86 hectares and falls under the 741255 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sundalpur Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundalpur Char
As per Census 2011, Sundalpur Char village has a total population of 4,642 people, consisting of 2,376 males and 2,266 females. The village has 1,202 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,853 literate and 1,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundalpur Char are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,376 | 2,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 218 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 391 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,853 | 1,533 | 1,320 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,789 | 843 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Sundalpur Char
Sundalpur Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Sripur | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Chak Noapara | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Gosair Char | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Sarkarpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Char Rasulpur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Sibpur | East | 2.91 km |
| Gournagar | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Chandra | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Char Noapara | West | 2.94 km |
| Paschim Noapara | North | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundalpur Char
Sundalpur Char is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ranaghat to Sundalpur Char is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sundalpur Char is about 37.5 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 Sundalpur Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundalpur Char village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sundalpur Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundalpur Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sundalpur Char
Where is Sundalpur Char located?
Sundalpur Char village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundalpur Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundalpur Char is Nawpara Masunda.
What is the pincode of Sundalpur Char?
The pincode of Sundalpur Char is 741255.
What is the population of Sundalpur Char?
Sundalpur Char has a total population of 4,642, including 2,376 males and 2,266 females.
How many households are there in Sundalpur Char?
There are 1,202 households in Sundalpur Char.
What is the literacy rate in Sundalpur Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundalpur Char is 61.46%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 58.25%.