Sankucheita - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Sankucheita is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Chandiposh and around 96 km from Sundargarh. Kucheita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankucheita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankucheita is 384654. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sankucheita 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 Sankucheita
According to the 2011 Census, Sankucheita village had a total population of 353 people, including 183 males and 170 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.70%, with male literacy at 72.19% and female literacy at 30.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 109 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 74 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sankucheita
Sankucheita 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 Sankucheita
Sankucheita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sankucheita.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Sankucheita is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankucheita is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankucheita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankucheita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankucheita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankucheita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankucheita
Where is Sankucheita located?
Sankucheita village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankucheita?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankucheita is Kucheita.
What is the pincode of Sankucheita?
The pincode of Sankucheita is 770037.
What is the population of Sankucheita?
Sankucheita had a total population of 353, including 183 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Sankucheita?
Sankucheita had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankucheita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankucheita was 51.70%. Male literacy was 72.19% and female literacy was 30.07%.