Sundar - Astaranga, Puri
Sundar is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Patalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundar is 409257. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sundar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundar
According to the 2011 Census, Sundar village had a total population of 603 people, including 313 males and 290 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.03%, with male literacy at 89.12% and female literacy at 74.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 603 | 313 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 148 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 254 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 59 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Sundar
Sundar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barajanga | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Kusumbar | North | 1.10 km |
| Chhuriana | South | 1.13 km |
| Manduki | West | 1.70 km |
| Sianga | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Gudubani | North | 1.96 km |
| Kanamana | East | 2.18 km |
| Patalada | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Olara | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Silari | North | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundar
Sundar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nimapada to Sundar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sundar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sundar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sundar
Where is Sundar located?
Sundar village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundar is Patalada.
What is the pincode of Sundar?
The pincode of Sundar is 752109.
What is the population of Sundar?
Sundar had a total population of 603, including 313 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Sundar?
Sundar had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sundar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundar was 82.03%. Male literacy was 89.12% and female literacy was 74.44%.