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
According to the 2011 Census, Sunamoti village had a total population of 1,432 people, including 751 males and 681 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.58%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 61.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,432 | 751 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,432, including 751 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Sunamoti?
Sunamoti had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamoti was 72.58%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 61.42%.