Sujia - Loisinga, Balangir
Sujia is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Loisingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujia is 419946. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sujia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sujia
As per Census 2011, Sujia village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 804 males and 826 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,024 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 804 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 80 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,024 | 522 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 506 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 298 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Sujia
Sujia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budelbahali | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Karlipat | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Dhodamahula | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Mandiapadar | South | 2.28 km |
| Manahira | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Dumdumi | North | 2.90 km |
| Kutenpali | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Hirapur | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Burda | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Sakama | South | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sujia
Public transport in the Sujia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Sujia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Sujia 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 Sujia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujia 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 Sujia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujia 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 Sujia
Where is Sujia located?
Sujia village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujia is Loisingha.
What is the pincode of Sujia?
The pincode of Sujia is 767020.
What is the population of Sujia?
Sujia has a total population of 1,630, including 804 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Sujia?
There are 386 households in Sujia.
What is the literacy rate in Sujia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujia is 53.87%. Male literacy is 62.94% and female literacy is 45.04%.