Sunamundi - Boden, Nuapada
Sunamundi is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Boirgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamundi is 422090. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sunamundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamundi
According to the 2011 Census, Sunamundi village had a total population of 349 people, including 175 males and 174 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.21%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 27.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 292.
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 | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 145 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 91 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 84 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamundi
Sunamundi 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 Sunamundi
Public transport in the Sunamundi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khariar Road to Sunamundi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Sunamundi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamundi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunamundi
Where is Sunamundi located?
Sunamundi village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunamundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamundi is Boirgaon.
What is the pincode of Sunamundi?
The pincode of Sunamundi is 766111.
What is the population of Sunamundi?
Sunamundi had a total population of 349, including 175 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Sunamundi?
Sunamundi had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamundi was 45.21%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 27.52%.