Suktara - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Suktara is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Suktara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suktara is 439675. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.79 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Suktara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suktara
According to the 2011 Census, Suktara village had a total population of 1,161 people, including 591 males and 570 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.17%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 43.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 1,161 | 591 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 375 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 216 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Suktara
Suktara 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 Suktara
Suktara 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Suktara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Suktara is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suktara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suktara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suktara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suktara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suktara
Where is Suktara located?
Suktara village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suktara?
Suktara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suktara?
The pincode of Suktara is 491996.
What is the population of Suktara?
Suktara had a total population of 1,161, including 591 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Suktara?
Suktara had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suktara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suktara was 60.17%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 43.88%.