Sunguda - Khaira, Balasore
Sunguda is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Nandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunguda is 393585. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sunguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunguda
As per Census 2011, Sunguda village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 152 males and 221 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,453 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 152 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 29 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 111 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 41 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sunguda
Sunguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andailo | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Asuria | East | 1.16 km |
| Purbapada | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Mathanuagan | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Gopinathpur | East | 1.86 km |
| Pitapania | North | 1.88 km |
| Sardang | South | 1.92 km |
| Bhuanlagadiamahatipur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Trilochanapur | West | 2.23 km |
| Rudhungia | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunguda
Sunguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 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 Soro to Sunguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sunguda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunguda
Where is Sunguda located?
Sunguda village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunguda is Nandur.
What is the pincode of Sunguda?
The pincode of Sunguda is 756047.
What is the population of Sunguda?
Sunguda has a total population of 373, including 152 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sunguda?
There are 89 households in Sunguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sunguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunguda is 71.31%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 70.14%.