Sundarika - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Sundarika is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 39 km from Sarisha and around 31.8 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarika is 334417. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.09 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sundarika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundarika
According to the 2011 Census, Sundarika village had a total population of 2,572 people, including 1,323 males and 1,249 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 79.45% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301.
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 | 2,572 | 1,323 | 1,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 160 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 156 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,672 | 924 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 399 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarika
Sundarika 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 Sundarika
Sundarika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sundarika is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sundarika is about 31.8 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 Sundarika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sundarika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sundarika
Where is Sundarika located?
Sundarika village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarika?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarika is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Sundarika?
The pincode of Sundarika is 743330.
What is the population of Sundarika?
Sundarika had a total population of 2,572, including 1,323 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Sundarika?
Sundarika had 580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarika was 73.17%. Male literacy was 79.45% and female literacy was 66.67%.