Shushunia
Shushunia is a village located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.5km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 22.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ladhurka is the gram panchayat of Shushunia village.
Shushunia has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Shushunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shushunia is 330816. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Shushunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shushunia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Shushunia
Below is a concise population overview of Shushunia 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 | 563 | 285 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 128 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 163 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 122 | 165 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shushunia village:
- The total population of Shushunia village is around 563, including approximately 285 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Shushunia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shushunia village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shushunia village is about 49.02%, with male literacy at 57.19% and female literacy at 40.65%.
- There are around 96 households in Shushunia village.
Connectivity of Shushunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shushunia. As per the 2011 stats, Shushunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shushunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Shushunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shushunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shushunia
- Where is Shushunia located?
- Shushunia village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shushunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shushunia is Ladhurka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shushunia?
- The pincode of Shushunia is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shushunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shushunia is 563, with 285 males and 278 females.
- How many households are there in Shushunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shushunia village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shushunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shushunia is 49.02%. The male literacy rate is 57.19%, while the female literacy rate is 40.65%.