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
As per Census 2011, Sundarika village has a total population of 2,572 people, consisting of 1,323 males and 1,249 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,672 literate and 900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarika are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,572, including 1,323 males and 1,249 females.
How many households are there in Sundarika?
There are 580 households in Sundarika.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarika is 65.01%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 59.89%.