Sunkeswara - Manvi, Raichur
Sunkeswara is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Sunkeshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunkeswara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkeswara is 601005. The village covers a total geographical area of 1077.64 hectares and falls under the 584203 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sunkeswara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raichur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunkeswara
As per Census 2011, Sunkeswara village has a total population of 3,525 people, consisting of 1,779 males and 1,746 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,376 literate and 2,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,814 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 587 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunkeswara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,525 | 1,779 | 1,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 304 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,814 | 923 | 891 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 280 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 845 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,149 | 934 | 1,215 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkeswara
Sunkeswara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadapur | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Murharpur | West | 3.35 km |
| Bettadur | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Bailmarchad | North | 3.96 km |
| Arnalli | South | 4.11 km |
| Pannuru | South | 4.37 km |
| Gorkal | East | 4.47 km |
| Korvi | South-West | 5.35 km |
| Rajalbanda | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Seekal | West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunkeswara
Sunkeswara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matmari, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 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 Manvi to Sunkeswara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Sunkeswara is about 37 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 Sunkeswara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkeswara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunkeswara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkeswara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunkeswara
Where is Sunkeswara located?
Sunkeswara village is located in Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkeswara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunkeswara is Sunkeshwar.
What is the pincode of Sunkeswara?
The pincode of Sunkeswara is 584203.
What is the population of Sunkeswara?
Sunkeswara has a total population of 3,525, including 1,779 males and 1,746 females.
How many households are there in Sunkeswara?
There are 689 households in Sunkeswara.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkeswara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkeswara is 39.04%. Male literacy is 47.50% and female literacy is 30.41%.