Sunki
Sunki is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Sunki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sunki unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Sunki’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sunki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunki is 430063. The village spans a total geographical area of 1081 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Sunki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Sunki
Population of Sunki
According to the 2011 Census, Sunki has a total population of about 1,839, with approximately 1,017 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 808 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 377 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,053. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.28%, with male literacy at about 59.78% and female literacy near 40.75%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,839 | 1,017 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 222 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,053 | 571 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 608 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 409 | 487 |
Connectivity of Sunki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunki. As per the 2011 stats, Sunki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sunki
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunki
- Where is Sunki located?
- Sunki village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunki?
- Sunki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sunki?
- The pincode of Sunki is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunki is 1,839, with 1,017 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Sunki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunki village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunki is 51.28%. The male literacy rate is 59.78%, while the female literacy rate is 40.75%.