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.
Sunka has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sunka
Below is a concise population overview of Sunka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sunka village:
- The total population of Sunka village is around 243, including approximately 126 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Sunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sunka village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 91 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sunka village is about 80.25%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 79.49%.
- There are around 58 households in Sunka village.
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%.