Sunakera - Banapur, Khordha
Sunakera is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunakera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunakera is 408487. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sunakera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunakera
As per Census 2011, Sunakera village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 669 males and 584 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 934 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunakera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 669 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 544 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 125 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Sunakera
Sunakera 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 Sunakera
Public transport in the Sunakera is mainly available through shared van services. Sunakera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Sunakera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Sunakera is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunakera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunakera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sunakera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunakera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunakera
Where is Sunakera located?
Sunakera village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunakera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunakera is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Sunakera?
The pincode of Sunakera is 752031.
What is the population of Sunakera?
Sunakera has a total population of 1,253, including 669 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Sunakera?
There are 245 households in Sunakera.
What is the literacy rate in Sunakera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunakera is 74.54%. Male literacy is 81.32% and female literacy is 66.78%.