Sunajharia - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Sunajharia is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Kelendamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunajharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunajharia is 381246. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sunajharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunajharia
As per Census 2011, Sunajharia village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 139 males and 158 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunajharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 139 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 76 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Sunajharia
Sunajharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halkadhipa | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Singhimunda | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Bhalupatra | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Nuapali | South | 1.99 km |
| Bandhpali | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Keldamal | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Sahajbahal | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Rengalpali | South | 3.44 km |
| Singibahal | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Bhursimal | West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunajharia
Sunajharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Sunajharia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Sunajharia is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunajharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunajharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunajharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunajharia 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 Sunajharia
Where is Sunajharia located?
Sunajharia village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunajharia is Kelendamal.
What is the pincode of Sunajharia?
The pincode of Sunajharia is 768221.
What is the population of Sunajharia?
Sunajharia has a total population of 297, including 139 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Sunajharia?
There are 69 households in Sunajharia.
What is the literacy rate in Sunajharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunajharia is 55.89%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 49.37%.