Sinakhunti - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Sinakhunti is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dundeimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinakhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinakhunti is 423827. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sinakhunti 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 Sinakhunti
According to the 2011 Census, Sinakhunti village had a total population of 97 people, including 52 males and 45 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.67%, with male literacy at 38.89% and female literacy at 30.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sinakhunti
Sinakhunti 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 Sinakhunti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sinakhunti.
| 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 Junagarh to Sinakhunti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sinakhunti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinakhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinakhunti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinakhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinakhunti 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sinakhunti
Where is Sinakhunti located?
Sinakhunti village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinakhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinakhunti is Dundeimal.
What is the pincode of Sinakhunti?
The pincode of Sinakhunti is 766014.
What is the population of Sinakhunti?
Sinakhunti had a total population of 97, including 52 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Sinakhunti?
Sinakhunti had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinakhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinakhunti was 34.67%. Male literacy was 38.89% and female literacy was 30.77%.