Sunalunda - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Sunalunda is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sukarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunalunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunalunda is 399773. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 754209 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sunalunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunalunda
As per Census 2011, Sunalunda village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 240 males and 206 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunalunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 240 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 201 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 39 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Sunalunda
Sunalunda 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 Sunalunda
Sunalunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sunalunda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunalunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunalunda 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 Sunalunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunalunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunalunda
Where is Sunalunda located?
Sunalunda village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunalunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunalunda is Sukarpada.
What is the pincode of Sunalunda?
The pincode of Sunalunda is 754209.
What is the population of Sunalunda?
Sunalunda has a total population of 446, including 240 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Sunalunda?
There are 76 households in Sunalunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sunalunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunalunda is 76.91%. Male literacy is 83.75% and female literacy is 68.93%.