Boneikela - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Boneikela is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boneikela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boneikela is 384981. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Boneikela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boneikela
According to the 2011 Census, Boneikela village had a total population of 546 people, including 268 males and 278 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.85%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 51.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 435.
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 | 546 | 268 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 13 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 218 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 164 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 104 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Boneikela
Boneikela 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 Boneikela
Boneikela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Boneikela is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Boneikela is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boneikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boneikela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boneikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boneikela 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 Boneikela
Where is Boneikela located?
Boneikela village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boneikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Boneikela is Bonaikela.
What is the pincode of Boneikela?
The pincode of Boneikela is 770043.
What is the population of Boneikela?
Boneikela had a total population of 546, including 268 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Boneikela?
Boneikela had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boneikela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boneikela was 61.85%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 51.25%.