Surapratappur - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Surapratappur is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sura Pratap Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surapratappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surapratappur is 402597. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 759024 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Surapratappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surapratappur
As per Census 2011, Surapratappur village has a total population of 5,776 people, consisting of 3,012 males and 2,764 females. The village has 1,254 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,829 literate and 1,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 831 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surapratappur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,776 | 3,012 | 2,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 388 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 432 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,829 | 2,156 | 1,673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,947 | 856 | 1,091 |
Nearby Villages of Surapratappur
Surapratappur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balipura | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Siaridoli | South | 1.33 km |
| Gajabola | West | 1.90 km |
| Nrusinghapur Oraf Krushnapur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Maneidoli | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Garhnrusinghaprasad | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Odhana | South | 2.51 km |
| Palasapithia | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Dayanabili | North | 2.53 km |
| Tipilei | North-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surapratappur
Surapratappur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dandi Mal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Surapratappur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Surapratappur is about 58 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 Surapratappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surapratappur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surapratappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surapratappur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surapratappur
Where is Surapratappur located?
Surapratappur village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surapratappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surapratappur is Sura Pratap Pur.
What is the pincode of Surapratappur?
The pincode of Surapratappur is 759024.
What is the population of Surapratappur?
Surapratappur has a total population of 5,776, including 3,012 males and 2,764 females.
How many households are there in Surapratappur?
There are 1,254 households in Surapratappur.
What is the literacy rate in Surapratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surapratappur is 66.29%. Male literacy is 71.58% and female literacy is 60.53%.