Kundheidiha - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Kundheidiha is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kundheidiha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundheidiha is 385038. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kundheidiha 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 Kundheidiha
According to the 2011 Census, Kundheidiha village had a total population of 1,992 people, including 990 males and 1,002 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 75.06% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,757.
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 | 1,992 | 990 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 160 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,757 | 883 | 874 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 623 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 367 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Kundheidiha
Kundheidiha 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 Kundheidiha
Public transport in the Kundheidiha 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 Kundheidiha is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kundheidiha is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundheidiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundheidiha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kundheidiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundheidiha 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 Kundheidiha
Where is Kundheidiha located?
Kundheidiha village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kundheidiha?
Kundheidiha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundheidiha?
The pincode of Kundheidiha is 770043.
What is the population of Kundheidiha?
Kundheidiha had a total population of 1,992, including 990 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Kundheidiha?
Kundheidiha had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundheidiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundheidiha was 62.37%. Male literacy was 75.06% and female literacy was 50.00%.