Sundarkuli - Basta, Balasore
Sundarkuli is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Basta and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Purusottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarkuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarkuli is 392304. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sundarkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundarkuli
As per Census 2011, Sundarkuli village has a total population of 634 people, consisting of 329 males and 305 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarkuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 634 | 329 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 281 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 48 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarkuli
Sundarkuli 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 Sundarkuli
Sundarkuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sundarkuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Sundarkuli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sundarkuli 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 Sundarkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarkuli 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 Sundarkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarkuli 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 Sundarkuli
Where is Sundarkuli located?
Sundarkuli village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarkuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarkuli is Purusottampur.
What is the pincode of Sundarkuli?
The pincode of Sundarkuli is 756029.
What is the population of Sundarkuli?
Sundarkuli has a total population of 634, including 329 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Sundarkuli?
There are 165 households in Sundarkuli.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarkuli is 77.29%. Male literacy is 85.41% and female literacy is 68.52%.