Sunakaru - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Sunakaru is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunakaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunakaru is 416378. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sunakaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunakaru
According to the 2011 Census, Sunakaru village had a total population of 219 people, including 112 males and 107 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.43%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 47.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 90 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 22 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Sunakaru
Sunakaru 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 Sunakaru
Sunakaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Phulabani to Sunakaru is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sunakaru is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunakaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunakaru 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 Sunakaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunakaru 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 Sunakaru
Where is Sunakaru located?
Sunakaru village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunakaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunakaru is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Sunakaru?
The pincode of Sunakaru is 762011.
What is the population of Sunakaru?
Sunakaru had a total population of 219, including 112 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Sunakaru?
Sunakaru had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunakaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunakaru was 69.43%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 47.31%.