Suradiha - Baliapal, Balasore
Suradiha is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Baliapal and around 61 km from Baleshwar. Pratappur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suradiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suradiha is 392116. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Suradiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suradiha
According to the 2011 Census, Suradiha village had a total population of 1,337 people, including 691 males and 646 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.66%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 77.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,337 | 691 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 572 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 119 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Suradiha
Suradiha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Suradiha
Suradiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Suradiha is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Suradiha is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suradiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suradiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Suradiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suradiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Suradiha
Where is Suradiha located?
Suradiha village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suradiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Suradiha is Pratappur.
What is the pincode of Suradiha?
The pincode of Suradiha is 756083.
What is the population of Suradiha?
Suradiha had a total population of 1,337, including 691 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Suradiha?
Suradiha had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suradiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suradiha was 86.66%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 77.96%.