Sukunimunda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Sukunimunda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khaliakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukunimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukunimunda is 423870. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sukunimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukunimunda
As per Census 2011, Sukunimunda village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 170 males and 156 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukunimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 103 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 67 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Sukunimunda
Sukunimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuresiuni | East | 1.22 km |
| Khaliakani | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Goindimunda | South | 2.22 km |
| Grindul | North | 2.61 km |
| Karangamunda | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Golamunda | West | 3.03 km |
| Baijalpur | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Dudukel | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Amurlapadar | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Antarla | South-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukunimunda
Sukunimunda 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 Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Sukunimunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sukunimunda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukunimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukunimunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sukunimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukunimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sukunimunda
Where is Sukunimunda located?
Sukunimunda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukunimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukunimunda is Khaliakani.
What is the pincode of Sukunimunda?
The pincode of Sukunimunda is 766016.
What is the population of Sukunimunda?
Sukunimunda has a total population of 326, including 170 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Sukunimunda?
There are 86 households in Sukunimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sukunimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukunimunda is 50.61%. Male literacy is 60.59% and female literacy is 39.74%.