Sundarapalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Sundarapalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Mundamarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarapalli is 411327. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sundarapalli 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 Sundarapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Sundarapalli village had a total population of 962 people, including 497 males and 465 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.26%, with male literacy at 68.82% and female literacy at 53.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 962 | 497 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 298 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 199 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarapalli
Sundarapalli 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 Sundarapalli
Sundarapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Sundarapalli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sundarapalli is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundarapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sundarapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sundarapalli
Where is Sundarapalli located?
Sundarapalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sundarapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarapalli is Mundamarai.
What is the pincode of Sundarapalli?
The pincode of Sundarapalli is 761107.
What is the population of Sundarapalli?
Sundarapalli had a total population of 962, including 497 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Sundarapalli?
Sundarapalli had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarapalli was 61.26%. Male literacy was 68.82% and female literacy was 53.20%.