Sunari - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Sunari is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Sunari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunari is 381029. The village covers a total geographical area of 807 hectares and falls under the 768234 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sunari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunari
As per Census 2011, Sunari village has a total population of 1,247 people, consisting of 632 males and 615 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 527 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,247 | 632 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 478 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 154 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Sunari
Sunari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barihapali | North | 2.01 km |
| Patrapali | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Pandri | East | 3.14 km |
| Kutripali | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Remenda | East | 4.12 km |
| Baghmunda | North | 5.64 km |
| Benkmura | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Bhutia | East | 6.28 km |
| Soldia | North | 6.64 km |
| Khaliapali | North-East | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunari
Sunari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belpahar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| 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 Belpahar to Sunari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Sunari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunari
Where is Sunari located?
Sunari village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunari?
Sunari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunari?
The pincode of Sunari is 768234.
What is the population of Sunari?
Sunari has a total population of 1,247, including 632 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Sunari?
There are 311 households in Sunari.
What is the literacy rate in Sunari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunari is 67.36%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 58.86%.