Sunia - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Sunia is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kanakadahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunia is 402497. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 759028 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunia
According to the 2011 Census, Sunia village had a total population of 129 people, including 63 males and 66 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.75%, with male literacy at 44.23% and female literacy at 4.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 23 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 40 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Sunia
Sunia 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 Sunia
Public transport in the Sunia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Sunia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Sunia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunia
Where is Sunia located?
Sunia village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunia is Kanakadahad.
What is the pincode of Sunia?
The pincode of Sunia is 759028.
What is the population of Sunia?
Sunia had a total population of 129, including 63 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Sunia?
Sunia had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunia was 24.75%. Male literacy was 44.23% and female literacy was 4.08%.