Sunamoti - Dharakote, Ganjam
Sunamoti is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Dhaugam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamoti is 411357. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sunamoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamoti
As per Census 2011, Sunamoti village has a total population of 1,432 people, consisting of 751 males and 681 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunamoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,432 | 751 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 545 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 206 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamoti
Sunamoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baharaguda | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Brajasundarpur | North | 1.36 km |
| Patrapur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Dasamundali | South | 1.38 km |
| Kulagada | West | 1.43 km |
| Khamara | East | 1.58 km |
| G.nuapalli | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Dhinkisala | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Sindhaguda | West | 2.54 km |
| Badagarh | South-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamoti
Sunamoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Sunamoti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sunamoti is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamoti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunamoti
Where is Sunamoti located?
Sunamoti village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunamoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamoti is Dhaugam.
What is the pincode of Sunamoti?
The pincode of Sunamoti is 761107.
What is the population of Sunamoti?
Sunamoti has a total population of 1,432, including 751 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Sunamoti?
There are 273 households in Sunamoti.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamoti is 63.97%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 54.48%.