Sunnakal - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Sunnakal is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Rayalpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunnakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunnakal is 621489. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.53 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sunnakal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunnakal
As per Census 2011, Sunnakal village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 223 males and 228 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunnakal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 223 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 110 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 100 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Sunnakal
Sunnakal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeedimakalapalli (s) | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Marellapalli | South | 2.29 km |
| Ammagaripet | South | 2.39 km |
| Jinkalavaripalli | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Yendaguttapalli | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Madarankapalli | West | 2.82 km |
| Guntapalli | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Rayalpad | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Mulagollapalli | South | 3.44 km |
| Mandyala | West | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunnakal
Sunnakal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) to Sunnakal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Sunnakal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunnakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunnakal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunnakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunnakal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunnakal
Where is Sunnakal located?
Sunnakal village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunnakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunnakal is Rayalpad.
What is the pincode of Sunnakal?
The pincode of Sunnakal is 563134.
What is the population of Sunnakal?
Sunnakal has a total population of 451, including 223 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sunnakal?
There are 88 households in Sunnakal.
What is the literacy rate in Sunnakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunnakal is 52.55%. Male literacy is 55.16% and female literacy is 50.00%.