Sunamunda - Bamara, Sambalpur
Sunamunda is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Govindpur and around 165 km from Sambalpur. Rabga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamunda is 381329. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sunamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunamunda
As per Census 2011, Sunamunda village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 72 males and 74 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamunda
Sunamunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamunda
Sunamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sunamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Sunamunda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sunamunda is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunamunda
Where is Sunamunda located?
Sunamunda village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamunda is Rabga.
What is the pincode of Sunamunda?
The pincode of Sunamunda is 768224.
What is the population of Sunamunda?
Sunamunda has a total population of 146, including 72 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Sunamunda?
There are 30 households in Sunamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamunda is 59.59%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 44.59%.