Shunia
Shunia is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shunia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Amtalia is the gram panchayat of Shunia village.
Here you can discover what makes Shunia unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shunia’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 Shunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shunia is 346271. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721427. Contai is nearest town to Shunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shunia
Population of Shunia
According to the 2011 Census, Shunia has a total population of about 908, with approximately 457 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.95%, with male literacy at about 84.90% and female literacy near 76.94%. There are around 180 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 457 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 735 | 388 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 69 | 104 |
Connectivity of Shunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shunia. As per the 2011 stats, Shunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Shunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shunia
- Where is Shunia located?
- Shunia village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shunia is Amtalia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shunia?
- The pincode of Shunia is 721427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shunia is 908, with 457 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shunia village has a total of 180 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shunia is 80.95%. The male literacy rate is 84.90%, while the female literacy rate is 76.94%.