Suanbahal - Belpara, Balangir
Suanbahal is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kanut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suanbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suanbahal is 420995. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Suanbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suanbahal
As per Census 2011, Suanbahal village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 324 males and 352 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suanbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 324 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 80 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 214 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 110 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Suanbahal
Suanbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muribahal | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Kanut | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Bahabal | East | 2.32 km |
| Bhutungpara | West | 2.60 km |
| Pandrijor | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Salandi | West | 2.79 km |
| Tanla | North | 3.04 km |
| Bichhubahali | South | 3.35 km |
| Bhlubahali | East | 3.57 km |
| Lathakend | South-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suanbahal
Suanbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kantabanji to Suanbahal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Suanbahal is about 74 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 Suanbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suanbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suanbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suanbahal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suanbahal
Where is Suanbahal located?
Suanbahal village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suanbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suanbahal is Kanut.
What is the pincode of Suanbahal?
The pincode of Suanbahal is 767026.
What is the population of Suanbahal?
Suanbahal has a total population of 676, including 324 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Suanbahal?
There are 169 households in Suanbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Suanbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suanbahal is 55.77%. Male literacy is 66.05% and female literacy is 46.31%.