Sulsunda - Jaleswar, Balasore
Sulsunda is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulsunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulsunda is 391567. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 756086 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sulsunda 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 Sulsunda
As per Census 2011, Sulsunda village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 253 males and 237 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulsunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 253 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 198 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 55 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Sulsunda
Sulsunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankasida | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Sultanpurchak | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Dianakbarpur | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Sasanbar | North | 1.04 km |
| Gahirbil | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Barnagar | East | 1.40 km |
| Barbatia | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Kasida | South | 1.56 km |
| Bindhabelda | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Paikasida | West | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulsunda
Sulsunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Sulsunda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sulsunda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulsunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulsunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sulsunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulsunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sulsunda
Where is Sulsunda located?
Sulsunda village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulsunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulsunda is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Sulsunda?
The pincode of Sulsunda is 756086.
What is the population of Sulsunda?
Sulsunda has a total population of 490, including 253 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Sulsunda?
There are 118 households in Sulsunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sulsunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulsunda is 69.39%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 59.92%.