Supalga - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Supalga village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 790 males and 778 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.27%, with male literacy at 45.02% and female literacy at 22.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,369.
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 | 1,568 | 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 had a total population of 1,568, including 790 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Supalga?
Supalga had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supalga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supalga was 34.27%. Male literacy was 45.02% and female literacy was 22.85%.