Sunamuhin - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Sunamuhin is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tangabila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamuhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamuhin is 388565. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sunamuhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamuhin
As per Census 2011, Sunamuhin village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 199 males and 257 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,291 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunamuhin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 199 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 196 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 148 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 51 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamuhin
Sunamuhin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badanai | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Nebda | North | 1.99 km |
| K.handabandha | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Sannai | South | 2.23 km |
| Dhemananali | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Chainebda | East | 2.87 km |
| Tangabhilla | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Badbadaposi | West | 3.44 km |
| Kudarbisida | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Rugudi | West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamuhin
Sunamuhin is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Sunamuhin is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sunamuhin is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamuhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamuhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamuhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamuhin 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 Sunamuhin
Where is Sunamuhin located?
Sunamuhin village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunamuhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamuhin is Tangabila.
What is the pincode of Sunamuhin?
The pincode of Sunamuhin is 757034.
What is the population of Sunamuhin?
Sunamuhin has a total population of 456, including 199 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Sunamuhin?
There are 95 households in Sunamuhin.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamuhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamuhin is 64.04%. Male literacy is 74.37% and female literacy is 56.03%.