Sunapur - Boden, Nuapada
Sunapur is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sunapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunapur is 422084. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sunapur 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 Sunapur
As per Census 2011, Sunapur village has a total population of 1,994 people, consisting of 971 males and 1,023 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 1,202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,994 | 971 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 142 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,257 | 599 | 658 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 510 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,202 | 461 | 741 |
Nearby Villages of Sunapur
Sunapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesarajpur | North | 1.80 km |
| Binapur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Temeri | West | 3.21 km |
| Jugarajpur | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Salepada | East | 3.28 km |
| Banjibahal | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Bagabahal | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Ambaguda | South | 3.79 km |
| Bherumal | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Kenduguda | East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunapur
Public transport in the Sunapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khariar Road to Sunapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Sunapur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunapur 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 Sunapur
Where is Sunapur located?
Sunapur village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunapur?
Sunapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunapur?
The pincode of Sunapur is 766111.
What is the population of Sunapur?
Sunapur has a total population of 1,994, including 971 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Sunapur?
There are 528 households in Sunapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sunapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunapur is 39.72%. Male literacy is 52.52% and female literacy is 27.57%.