Sundhikudar - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Sundhikudar is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Miriginendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundhikudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundhikudar is 388902. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sundhikudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundhikudar
According to the 2011 Census, Sundhikudar village had a total population of 83 people, including 39 males and 44 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.67%, with male literacy at 23.33% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 32 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sundhikudar
Sundhikudar 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 Sundhikudar
Sundhikudar 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Sundhikudar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sundhikudar is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundhikudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundhikudar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sundhikudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundhikudar 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 Sundhikudar
Where is Sundhikudar located?
Sundhikudar village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundhikudar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundhikudar is Miriginendi.
What is the pincode of Sundhikudar?
The pincode of Sundhikudar is 757037.
What is the population of Sundhikudar?
Sundhikudar had a total population of 83, including 39 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Sundhikudar?
Sundhikudar had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundhikudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundhikudar was 16.67%. Male literacy was 23.33% and female literacy was 11.11%.