Surgudabodenar - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Surgudabodenar is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Surguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surgudabodenar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgudabodenar is 449205. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.16 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Surgudabodenar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surgudabodenar
As per Census 2011, Surgudabodenar village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 248 males and 288 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surgudabodenar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 248 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 248 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 235 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Surgudabodenar
Surgudabodenar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surguda | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Toyar | North | 3.52 km |
| Badekilepal | South | 4.14 km |
| Turangur | West | 4.50 km |
| Sargiguda | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Silkajhodi | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Badegumiapal | North | 5.45 km |
| Pirmeta | West | 5.75 km |
| Barchhepal | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Adwal | North-East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surgudabodenar
Surgudabodenar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Surgudabodenar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Surgudabodenar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surgudabodenar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgudabodenar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surgudabodenar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgudabodenar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surgudabodenar
Where is Surgudabodenar located?
Surgudabodenar village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgudabodenar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgudabodenar is Surguda.
What is the pincode of Surgudabodenar?
The pincode of Surgudabodenar is 494442.
What is the population of Surgudabodenar?
Surgudabodenar has a total population of 536, including 248 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Surgudabodenar?
There are 128 households in Surgudabodenar.
What is the literacy rate in Surgudabodenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgudabodenar is 5.60%. Male literacy is 5.24% and female literacy is 5.90%.