Sunka
Sunka is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sunka village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mokrampur is the gram panchayat of Sunka village.
Here you can discover what makes Sunka unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sunka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sunka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunka is 342978. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Khargpur is nearest town to Sunka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sunka
Population of Sunka
According to the 2011 Census, Sunka has a total population of about 243, with approximately 126 males and 117 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.25%, with male literacy at about 80.95% and female literacy near 79.49%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
Connectivity of Sunka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunka. As per the 2011 stats, Sunka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sunka
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunka
- Where is Sunka located?
- Sunka village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sunka is Mokrampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sunka?
- The pincode of Sunka is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunka is 243, with 126 males and 117 females.
- How many households are there in Sunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunka village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunka is 80.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 79.49%.