Sunia - Katwa - I, Purba Bardhaman
Sunia is a village situated in the Katwa - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Katwa . Koshigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunia is 319288. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.7 hectares and falls under the 713130 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ketugram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunia
According to the 2011 Census, Sunia village had a total population of 266 people, including 139 males and 127 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 55.46% and female literacy at 56.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Sunia
Sunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parulia | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Shrisuruvra | South | 1.71 km |
| Charkhi | West | 1.93 km |
| Rautara | East | 1.96 km |
| Sahapur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Goai | East | 2.60 km |
| Nanagar | South | 3.07 km |
| Kashigram | South | 3.09 km |
| Kankurhati | East | 3.16 km |
| Bandra | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunia
Public transport in the Sunia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Naba Gram Kanku, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Sunia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunia
Where is Sunia located?
Sunia village is located in Katwa - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunia is Koshigram.
What is the pincode of Sunia?
The pincode of Sunia is 713130.
What is the population of Sunia?
Sunia had a total population of 266, including 139 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Sunia?
Sunia had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunia was 55.80%. Male literacy was 55.46% and female literacy was 56.19%.