Supalga Village - Mainpat, Surguja
Supalga is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Supalga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supalga is 433539. The village covers a total geographical area of 974.49 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Supalga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Supalga
As per Census 2011, Supalga village has a total population of 1,568 people, consisting of 790 males and 778 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supalga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 790 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 148 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,369 | 683 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 289 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 501 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Supalga
Supalga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paiga | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Karamha | North | 3.49 km |
| Bisarpani | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Asgawan | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Kamleshwarpur | South | 5.58 km |
| Ropakhar | South-East | 5.87 km |
| Sapnadar | East | 5.95 km |
| Lurena | South | 6.49 km |
| Bada Damali | West | 7.06 km |
| Pampapur(rapa) | North-West | 7.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supalga
Public transport in the Supalga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 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 Sitapur to Supalga is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Supalga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supalga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supalga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Supalga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supalga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Supalga
Where is Supalga located?
Supalga village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supalga?
Supalga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Supalga?
The pincode of Supalga is 497001.
What is the population of Supalga?
Supalga has a total population of 1,568, including 790 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Supalga?
There are 324 households in Supalga.
What is the literacy rate in Supalga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supalga is 27.23%. Male literacy is 36.58% and female literacy is 17.74%.