Sunguda - Simulia, Balasore
Sunguda is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Similia and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Bati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunguda is 394135. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 18 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sunguda village had a total population of 1,131 people, including 564 males and 567 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.87%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 71.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 1,131 | 564 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 443 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 121 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Sunguda
Sunguda 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 Sunguda
Public transport in the Sunguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sunguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Soro to Sunguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sunguda is about 55 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunguda is Bati.
What is the pincode of Sunguda?
The pincode of Sunguda is 756134.
What is the population of Sunguda?
Sunguda had a total population of 1,131, including 564 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Sunguda?
Sunguda had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunguda was 80.87%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 71.49%.