Sundhiput - Similiguda, Koraput
Sundhiput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dudhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundhiput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundhiput is 429966. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Sundhiput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundhiput
As per Census 2011, Sundhiput village has a total population of 1,196 people, consisting of 528 males and 668 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,265 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundhiput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,196 | 528 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 23 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 104 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 296 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 232 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Sundhiput
Sundhiput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhari | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Kakiriguda | South | 3.54 km |
| Mania | East | 4.21 km |
| Kakaramba | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Lunguri | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Kutugam | South | 6.05 km |
| Aligan | East | 6.17 km |
| Pungar | South | 8.37 km |
| Khudi | South-East | 9.04 km |
| Sirimoda | South | 9.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundhiput
Public transport in the Sundhiput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Damanjodi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Sundhiput is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sundhiput is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundhiput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundhiput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sundhiput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundhiput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sundhiput
Where is Sundhiput located?
Sundhiput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundhiput?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundhiput is Dudhari.
What is the pincode of Sundhiput?
The pincode of Sundhiput is 764036.
What is the population of Sundhiput?
Sundhiput has a total population of 1,196, including 528 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Sundhiput?
There are 286 households in Sundhiput.
What is the literacy rate in Sundhiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundhiput is 53.51%. Male literacy is 56.06% and female literacy is 51.50%.