Sukuapada - Mahanga, Cuttack
Sukuapada is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Gokan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukuapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukuapada is 399525. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sukuapada 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 Sukuapada
As per Census 2011, Sukuapada village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 256 males and 221 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukuapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 256 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 204 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 52 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Sukuapada
Sukuapada 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 Sukuapada
Sukuapada 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sukuapada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukuapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukuapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukuapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukuapada 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 Sukuapada
Where is Sukuapada located?
Sukuapada village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukuapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukuapada is Gokan.
What is the pincode of Sukuapada?
The pincode of Sukuapada is 754206.
What is the population of Sukuapada?
Sukuapada has a total population of 477, including 256 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sukuapada?
There are 114 households in Sukuapada.
What is the literacy rate in Sukuapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukuapada is 74.00%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 67.42%.