Sutri - Bagicha, Jashpur
Sutri is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sutri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutri is 433696. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.27 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sutri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutri
According to the 2011 Census, Sutri village had a total population of 731 people, including 373 males and 358 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 58.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.
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 | 731 | 373 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 235 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 241 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 132 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Sutri
Sutri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Rengale | North | 2.88 km |
| Bhitghra | South | 3.05 km |
| Majhgaon | West | 3.39 km |
| Kutama | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Pandripani | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Odaka | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Kuhapani | East | 5.16 km |
| Patakela | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Puranga | West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sutri
Public transport in the Sutri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Sutri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Sutri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sutri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutri 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sutri
Where is Sutri located?
Sutri village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutri?
Sutri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutri?
The pincode of Sutri is 496224.
What is the population of Sutri?
Sutri had a total population of 731, including 373 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Sutri?
Sutri had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutri was 67.19%. Male literacy was 75.79% and female literacy was 58.47%.