Sunakalbidari - Ranibennur, Haveri
Sunakalbidari is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Sunakalbidari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunakalbidari is 604536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013.62 hectares and falls under the 581115 pincode. Ranibennur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sunakalbidari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Byadgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunakalbidari
As per Census 2011, Sunakalbidari village has a total population of 3,121 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,604 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,302 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunakalbidari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,121 | 1,517 | 1,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 135 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,302 | 1,244 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 273 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Sunakalbidari
Sunakalbidari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guddadabevinahalli | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Joisaraharalahalli | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Hediyal | South | 3.11 km |
| Guddadahosahalli | West | 3.43 km |
| Ukkund | North | 3.66 km |
| Tirumaladevarakoppa | East | 4.30 km |
| Kusagur | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Lingadevarakoppa | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Laxmapur | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Battikoppa | South | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunakalbidari
Sunakalbidari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Devargudda, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranibennur to Sunakalbidari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Sunakalbidari is about 35 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 Sunakalbidari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunakalbidari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunakalbidari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunakalbidari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunakalbidari
Where is Sunakalbidari located?
Sunakalbidari village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunakalbidari?
Sunakalbidari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunakalbidari?
The pincode of Sunakalbidari is 581115.
What is the population of Sunakalbidari?
Sunakalbidari has a total population of 3,121, including 1,517 males and 1,604 females.
How many households are there in Sunakalbidari?
There are 668 households in Sunakalbidari.
What is the literacy rate in Sunakalbidari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunakalbidari is 73.76%. Male literacy is 82.00% and female literacy is 65.96%.