Sundia - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Sundia is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from Gobindapur and around 28.6 km from Alipore. Chandaneswar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundia is 333636. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.87 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundia
As per Census 2011, Sundia village has a total population of 994 people, consisting of 504 males and 490 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 994 | 504 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 417 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 319 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 185 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Sundia
Sundia 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 Sundia
Sundia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sundia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Sundia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sundia is about 28.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sundia
Where is Sundia located?
Sundia village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundia is Chandaneswar-i.
What is the pincode of Sundia?
The pincode of Sundia is 743502.
What is the population of Sundia?
Sundia has a total population of 994, including 504 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Sundia?
There are 225 households in Sundia.
What is the literacy rate in Sundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundia is 53.02%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 42.45%.