Sundra Bandh - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Sundra Bandh is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 65.4 km from Purulia. Nutandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundra Bandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundra Bandh is 330234. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.55 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sundra Bandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundra Bandh
According to the 2011 Census, Sundra Bandh village had a total population of 925 people, including 472 males and 453 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.46%, with male literacy at 93.99% and female literacy at 74.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 515.
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 | 925 | 472 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 257 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 391 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 81 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Sundra Bandh
Sundra Bandh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sundra Bandh
Sundra Bandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sundra Bandh.
| 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 Raghunathpur to Sundra Bandh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Sundra Bandh is about 65.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundra Bandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundra Bandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sundra Bandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundra Bandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sundra Bandh
Where is Sundra Bandh located?
Sundra Bandh village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundra Bandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundra Bandh is Nutandih.
What is the pincode of Sundra Bandh?
The pincode of Sundra Bandh is 723126.
What is the population of Sundra Bandh?
Sundra Bandh had a total population of 925, including 472 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Sundra Bandh?
Sundra Bandh had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundra Bandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundra Bandh was 84.46%. Male literacy was 93.99% and female literacy was 74.43%.