Sunapada - Pipili, Puri
Sunapada is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jagannathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunapada is 408757. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sunapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunapada
As per Census 2011, Sunapada village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 320 males and 301 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 320 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 276 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 44 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sunapada
Sunapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chadeya | West | 0.84 km |
| Srikathapur | South | 1.15 km |
| Samareisasan | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Jagannathpur | North | 1.80 km |
| Kanhupur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Daradada | North | 2.54 km |
| Manikadeipur | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Baliasasan | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Karimula | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Salajanga | East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunapada
Sunapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Delang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pipili to Sunapada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sunapada is about 44 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 Sunapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunapada 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 Sunapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunapada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunapada
Where is Sunapada located?
Sunapada village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunapada is Jagannathpur.
What is the pincode of Sunapada?
The pincode of Sunapada is 752104.
What is the population of Sunapada?
Sunapada has a total population of 621, including 320 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Sunapada?
There are 108 households in Sunapada.
What is the literacy rate in Sunapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunapada is 79.87%. Male literacy is 86.25% and female literacy is 73.09%.