Sudhakunta - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Sudhakunta is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Telerai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sudhakunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sudhakunta is 431040. The village covers a total geographical area of 708 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sudhakunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sudhakunta
As per Census 2011, Sudhakunta village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 243 males and 244 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sudhakunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 243 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 243 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 186 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Sudhakunta
Sudhakunta 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 Sudhakunta
Sudhakunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Sudhakunta is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Sudhakunta is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sudhakunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sudhakunta 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sudhakunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sudhakunta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sudhakunta
Where is Sudhakunta located?
Sudhakunta village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sudhakunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sudhakunta is Telerai.
What is the pincode of Sudhakunta?
The pincode of Sudhakunta is 764086.
What is the population of Sudhakunta?
Sudhakunta has a total population of 487, including 243 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sudhakunta?
There are 116 households in Sudhakunta.
What is the literacy rate in Sudhakunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sudhakunta is 19.51%. Male literacy is 23.46% and female literacy is 15.57%.