Suloni - Pusour, Raigarh
Suloni is a village situated in the Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusaur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Chhinch serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suloni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suloni is 435093. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.64 hectares and falls under the 496100 pincode. Pusaur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Suloni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raigarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Suloni
As per Census 2011, Suloni village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 199 males and 184 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suloni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 199 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 152 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 47 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Suloni
Suloni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarasmal | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Nandeli | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Karrajor | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Lankapali | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Chhinch | East | 1.92 km |
| Raibar | West | 2.38 km |
| Kotasura | South | 2.57 km |
| Tetala | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Jampali | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Karichhapar | South-West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suloni
Suloni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raigarh, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 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 Pusaur to Suloni is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Suloni is about 22 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 Suloni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suloni 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 Suloni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suloni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suloni
Where is Suloni located?
Suloni village is located in Pusour Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suloni?
The Gram Panchayat of Suloni is Chhinch.
What is the pincode of Suloni?
The pincode of Suloni is 496100.
What is the population of Suloni?
Suloni has a total population of 383, including 199 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Suloni?
There are 96 households in Suloni.
What is the literacy rate in Suloni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suloni is 72.58%. Male literacy is 76.38% and female literacy is 68.48%.