Sunamara - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Sunamara is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Hensda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamara is 387632. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sunamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamara
According to the 2011 Census, Sunamara village had a total population of 966 people, including 459 males and 507 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 37.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 962.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 459 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 69 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 962 | 458 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 272 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 187 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamara
Sunamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hill No-1 | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Chandikhaman | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Edelbeda | South | 2.06 km |
| Chitritangar | East | 2.11 km |
| Khediadunguri | East | 2.81 km |
| Matiali | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Uperbeda | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Sagajodi | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Rangamatia | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Jatapani | North | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamara
Sunamara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Sunamara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sunamara is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunamara
Where is Sunamara located?
Sunamara village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamara is Hensda.
What is the pincode of Sunamara?
The pincode of Sunamara is 757045.
What is the population of Sunamara?
Sunamara had a total population of 966, including 459 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Sunamara?
Sunamara had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamara was 53.45%. Male literacy was 69.74% and female literacy was 37.84%.