Suliamal Village - Patnagarh, Balangir
Suliamal is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suliamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suliamal is 420525. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Suliamal 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 Suliamal
As per Census 2011, Suliamal village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 225 males and 230 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suliamal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 225 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 154 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 71 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Suliamal
Suliamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhimunda | South | 1.33 km |
| Laherjuri | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Ladangabhata | South | 1.87 km |
| Pandesara | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Gavara | North | 2.43 km |
| Dangbahal | West | 2.47 km |
| Chhualiudar | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Burdabahal | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Fatamunda | South | 2.87 km |
| Barbhaga | South | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suliamal
Suliamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Suliamal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Suliamal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suliamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suliamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suliamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suliamal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Suliamal
Where is Suliamal located?
Suliamal village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suliamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suliamal is Dangbahal.
What is the pincode of Suliamal?
The pincode of Suliamal is 767025.
What is the population of Suliamal?
Suliamal has a total population of 455, including 225 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Suliamal?
There are 119 households in Suliamal.
What is the literacy rate in Suliamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suliamal is 60.44%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 52.61%.