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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sundia village had a total population of 994 people, including 504 males and 490 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.59%, with male literacy at 73.84% and female literacy at 50.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 828.
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 | 994 | 504 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 417 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 994, including 504 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Sundia?
Sundia had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundia was 62.59%. Male literacy was 73.84% and female literacy was 50.73%.