Suliamal - Saintala, Balangir
Suliamal is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Talbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suliamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suliamal is 421057. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Titilagarh 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 256 people, consisting of 126 males and 130 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suliamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 62 | 76 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saledamak | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Talbahal` | West | 1.98 km |
| Lamkani | South | 2.68 km |
| Ekagudi | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Jhinkermal | North | 3.22 km |
| Dhunkeda | South | 4.26 km |
| Rengali Bahal | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Dabjor | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Karlabahali | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Kharlikani | East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suliamal
Suliamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Balangir to Suliamal is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Suliamal is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suliamal
Where is Suliamal located?
Suliamal village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suliamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suliamal is Talbahal.
What is the pincode of Suliamal?
The pincode of Suliamal is 767032.
What is the population of Suliamal?
Suliamal has a total population of 256, including 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Suliamal?
There are 61 households in Suliamal.
What is the literacy rate in Suliamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suliamal is 46.09%. Male literacy is 50.79% and female literacy is 41.54%.