Sunamudi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Sunamudi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kulundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunamudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunamudi is 382013. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sunamudi 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 Sunamudi
According to the 2011 Census, Sunamudi village had a total population of 40 people, including 23 males and 17 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.42%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Sunamudi
Sunamudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kisinda | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Bhaliakuan | South | 4.47 km |
| Khandiamunda | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Gailmundi | East | 5.36 km |
| Loisingha | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Dhalpur | South | 5.49 km |
| Bhuluki | East | 6.10 km |
| Panigrahipali | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Gelabeda | South-East | 6.53 km |
| Kalo | South | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunamudi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sunamudi. The nearest railway station is Hatibari, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sambalpur to Sunamudi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sunamudi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunamudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunamudi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunamudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunamudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunamudi
Where is Sunamudi located?
Sunamudi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunamudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunamudi is Kulundi.
What is the pincode of Sunamudi?
The pincode of Sunamudi is 768107.
What is the population of Sunamudi?
Sunamudi had a total population of 40, including 23 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Sunamudi?
Sunamudi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunamudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunamudi was 77.42%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 57.14%.