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
According to the 2011 Census, Sulsunda village had a total population of 490 people, including 253 males and 237 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.70%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 67.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 490, including 253 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Sulsunda?
Sulsunda had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulsunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulsunda was 78.70%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 67.94%.