Sunger - Kashipur, Rayagada
Sunger is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunger village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunger is 425776. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Sunger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunger
As per Census 2011, Sunger village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 589 males and 626 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 537 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunger are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 589 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 227 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 329 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 260 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Sunger
Sunger 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulikupa (a) | North | 1.44 km |
| Sinduraghati | East | 1.48 km |
| Gojapadar | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Pudusil | South | 1.96 km |
| Kodiguda | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Kathaghar "a" | North | 2.87 km |
| Melamaska | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Sanachekana | West | 3.31 km |
| Boriguda | North | 3.56 km |
| Nikesh | North-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunger
Sunger is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sunger is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sunger is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunger village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sunger
Where is Sunger located?
Sunger village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunger?
Sunger is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunger?
The pincode of Sunger is 765015.
What is the population of Sunger?
Sunger has a total population of 1,215, including 589 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Sunger?
There are 328 households in Sunger.
What is the literacy rate in Sunger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunger is 44.20%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 33.23%.