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.
Sunki has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sunki
Below is a concise population overview of Sunki as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sunki village:
- The total population of Sunki village is around 1,839, including approximately 1,017 males and 822 females, with a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Sunki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sunki village has 377 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,053 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sunki village is about 51.28%, with male literacy at 59.78% and female literacy at 40.75%.
- There are around 408 households in Sunki village.
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%.