Sunakhandi - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Sunakhandi is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunakhandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunakhandi is 425587. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sunakhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunakhandi
As per Census 2011, Sunakhandi village has a total population of 843 people, consisting of 432 males and 411 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunakhandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 432 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 168 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 239 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 193 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Sunakhandi
Sunakhandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusumaghati | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Partibeda | North | 0.99 km |
| Poligam | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Aljingguda | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Bamanaguda | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Sarati | North | 1.60 km |
| Maneiguda | West | 1.61 km |
| Pindapalipadar | East | 1.61 km |
| Railima | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Baghadangar | South | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunakhandi
Sunakhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 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 Rayagada to Sunakhandi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sunakhandi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunakhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunakhandi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunakhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunakhandi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunakhandi
Where is Sunakhandi located?
Sunakhandi village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunakhandi?
Sunakhandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunakhandi?
The pincode of Sunakhandi is 765016.
What is the population of Sunakhandi?
Sunakhandi has a total population of 843, including 432 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sunakhandi?
There are 208 households in Sunakhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Sunakhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunakhandi is 41.99%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 27.98%.