Sukunga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sukunga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parampanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukunga is 416726. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Sukunga 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 Sukunga
According to the 2011 Census, Sukunga village had a total population of 125 people, including 73 males and 52 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.64%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 25.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 125 | 73 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 49 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sukunga
Sukunga 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 Sukunga
Public transport in the Sukunga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Sukunga is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sukunga is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukunga 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 Sukunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sukunga
Where is Sukunga located?
Sukunga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukunga is Parampanga.
What is the pincode of Sukunga?
The pincode of Sukunga is 762103.
What is the population of Sukunga?
Sukunga had a total population of 125, including 73 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Sukunga?
Sukunga had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukunga was 33.64%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 25.53%.