Sunakhandi - Surada, Ganjam
Sunakhandi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Badagada and around 130 km from Chatrapur. Merrikota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunakhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunakhandi is 410955. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Sunakhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunakhandi
According to the 2011 Census, Sunakhandi village had a total population of 272 people, including 141 males and 131 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.27%, with male literacy at 93.70% and female literacy at 74.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sunakhandi
Sunakhandi 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 Sunakhandi
Sunakhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Brahmapur to Sunakhandi is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sunakhandi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunakhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunakhandi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunakhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunakhandi 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 Sunakhandi
Where is Sunakhandi located?
Sunakhandi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunakhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunakhandi is Merrikota.
What is the pincode of Sunakhandi?
The pincode of Sunakhandi is 761109.
What is the population of Sunakhandi?
Sunakhandi had a total population of 272, including 141 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Sunakhandi?
Sunakhandi had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunakhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunakhandi was 84.27%. Male literacy was 93.70% and female literacy was 74.38%.