Aunli - Boriguma, Koraput
Aunli is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Aunli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aunli is 428208. The village covers a total geographical area of 857 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Aunli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aunli
As per Census 2011, Aunli village has a total population of 2,980 people, consisting of 1,496 males and 1,484 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 1,878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,963 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aunli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,980 | 1,496 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 257 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 137 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,963 | 995 | 968 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 717 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,878 | 779 | 1,099 |
Nearby Villages of Aunli
Aunli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargan | East | 2.22 km |
| Porsola | West | 2.52 km |
| Majhia | South | 2.63 km |
| Dahibhata | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Khandiguda | East | 3.82 km |
| Dedesapali | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Champia | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Patigan | West | 4.40 km |
| Jujhari | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Kaliaguda | South | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aunli
Aunli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sunabeda to Aunli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Aunli is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aunli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aunli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aunli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aunli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aunli
Where is Aunli located?
Aunli village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aunli?
Aunli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aunli?
The pincode of Aunli is 764056.
What is the population of Aunli?
Aunli has a total population of 2,980, including 1,496 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Aunli?
There are 671 households in Aunli.
What is the literacy rate in Aunli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aunli is 36.98%. Male literacy is 47.93% and female literacy is 25.94%.