Sukjhar - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Sukjhar is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bhursi Pakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukjhar is 439228. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.63 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Sukjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sukjhar village had a total population of 204 people, including 102 males and 102 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.16%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 32.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Sukjhar
Sukjhar 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 Sukjhar
Sukjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bodla to Sukjhar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Sukjhar is about 73 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 Sukjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukjhar 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 Sukjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sukjhar
Where is Sukjhar located?
Sukjhar village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukjhar is Bhursi Pakri.
What is the pincode of Sukjhar?
The pincode of Sukjhar is 491995.
What is the population of Sukjhar?
Sukjhar had a total population of 204, including 102 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Sukjhar?
Sukjhar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukjhar was 45.16%. Male literacy was 57.69% and female literacy was 32.47%.