Kundula - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Kundula is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from Mahulapada and around 25 km from Sundargarh. Mahulpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundula is 385234. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Kundula 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 Kundula
According to the 2011 Census, Kundula village had a total population of 67 people, including 35 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.55%, with male literacy at 41.38% and female literacy at 26.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kundula
Kundula 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 Kundula
Kundula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kundula has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kundula is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kundula is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundula 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 Kundula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundula
Where is Kundula located?
Kundula village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kundula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundula is Mahulpada.
What is the pincode of Kundula?
The pincode of Kundula is 770037.
What is the population of Kundula?
Kundula had a total population of 67, including 35 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kundula?
Kundula had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundula was 34.55%. Male literacy was 41.38% and female literacy was 26.92%.