Sisunda - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Sisunda is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Budurungu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sisunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sisunda is 410501. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sisunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sisunda
According to the 2011 Census, Sisunda village had a total population of 1,240 people, including 611 males and 629 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.78%, with male literacy at 89.28% and female literacy at 68.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,240 | 611 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 483 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 128 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Sisunda
Sisunda 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 Sisunda
Sisunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sisunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Sisunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sisunda is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sisunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sisunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sisunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sisunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sisunda
Where is Sisunda located?
Sisunda village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sisunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sisunda is Budurungu.
What is the pincode of Sisunda?
The pincode of Sisunda is 761121.
What is the population of Sisunda?
Sisunda had a total population of 1,240, including 611 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Sisunda?
Sisunda had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sisunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sisunda was 78.78%. Male literacy was 89.28% and female literacy was 68.83%.