Sunapalmonda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sunapalmonda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Almonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunapalmonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunapalmonda is 428825. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Sunapalmonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunapalmonda
As per Census 2011, Sunapalmonda village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 200 males and 203 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunapalmonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 200 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 180 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 73 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 127 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sunapalmonda
Sunapalmonda 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 Sunapalmonda
Public transport in the Sunapalmonda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sunapalmonda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Sunapalmonda is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sunapalmonda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunapalmonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunapalmonda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunapalmonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunapalmonda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunapalmonda
Where is Sunapalmonda located?
Sunapalmonda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunapalmonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunapalmonda is Almonda.
What is the pincode of Sunapalmonda?
The pincode of Sunapalmonda is 764027.
What is the population of Sunapalmonda?
Sunapalmonda has a total population of 403, including 200 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Sunapalmonda?
There are 93 households in Sunapalmonda.
What is the literacy rate in Sunapalmonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunapalmonda is 24.81%. Male literacy is 36.50% and female literacy is 13.30%.