Sukleswar - Mahanga, Cuttack
Sukleswar is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Palisahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukleswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukleswar is 399601. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Sukleswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukleswar
As per Census 2011, Sukleswar village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 258 males and 265 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukleswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 258 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 217 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 41 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sukleswar
Sukleswar 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 Sukleswar
Sukleswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Cuttack to Sukleswar is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukleswar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sukleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukleswar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sukleswar
Where is Sukleswar located?
Sukleswar village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukleswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukleswar is Palisahi.
What is the pincode of Sukleswar?
The pincode of Sukleswar is 754221.
What is the population of Sukleswar?
Sukleswar has a total population of 523, including 258 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Sukleswar?
There are 78 households in Sukleswar.
What is the literacy rate in Sukleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukleswar is 77.06%. Male literacy is 84.11% and female literacy is 70.19%.