Kunasaru - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kunasaru is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunasaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunasaru is 416590. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Kunasaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunasaru
According to the 2011 Census, Kunasaru village had a total population of 77 people, including 36 males and 41 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.27%, with male literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kunasaru
Kunasaru 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 Kunasaru
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kunasaru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Kunasaru is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kunasaru is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunasaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunasaru 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunasaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunasaru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunasaru
Where is Kunasaru located?
Kunasaru village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunasaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunasaru is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Kunasaru?
The pincode of Kunasaru is 762102.
What is the population of Kunasaru?
Kunasaru had a total population of 77, including 36 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kunasaru?
Kunasaru had 14 households.