Sunamuhin - Odagaon, Nayagarh
Sunamuhin is a village situated in the Odagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Odagaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sunamuhin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamuhin is 406555. The village covers a total geographical area of 705 hectares and falls under the 752090 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 52 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 Nayagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamuhin
As per Census 2011, Sunamuhin village has a total population of 2,304 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,098 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,644 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunamuhin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,304 | 1,206 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 180 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 1,644 | 951 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 255 | 405 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Landabadu | South | 1.71 km |
| Khangarpali | North | 1.76 km |
| Balisinsa | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Dhajhola | East | 1.82 km |
| Maliajhola | West | 2.27 km |
| Jhadasahi | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Totasahi | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Kepti | North | 2.75 km |
| Sidhapali | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Giridipali | East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamuhin
Sunamuhin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Sunamuhin is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Sunamuhin is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunamuhin
Where is Sunamuhin located?
Sunamuhin village is located in Odagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunamuhin?
Sunamuhin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunamuhin?
The pincode of Sunamuhin is 752090.
What is the population of Sunamuhin?
Sunamuhin has a total population of 2,304, including 1,206 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Sunamuhin?
There are 534 households in Sunamuhin.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamuhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamuhin is 71.35%. Male literacy is 78.86% and female literacy is 63.11%.