Saurasunapur - Rayagada, Gajapati
Saurasunapur is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Rayagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saurasunapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurasunapur is 414757. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 761213 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Saurasunapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saurasunapur
According to the 2011 Census, Saurasunapur village had a total population of 167 people, including 81 males and 86 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.90%, with male literacy at 64.38% and female literacy at 29.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 47 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 34 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Saurasunapur
Saurasunapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Regidisingi | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Sunapur | West | 1.69 km |
| Champasahi | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Abasingi | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Belapada | South | 3.18 km |
| Ukarasingi | East | 3.26 km |
| Dambala | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Munisingi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Rajapur | West | 3.91 km |
| Rayada | North | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saurasunapur
Public transport in the Saurasunapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parlakhemundi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Saurasunapur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Saurasunapur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saurasunapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurasunapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saurasunapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurasunapur 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 Saurasunapur
Where is Saurasunapur located?
Saurasunapur village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saurasunapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saurasunapur is Rayagada.
What is the pincode of Saurasunapur?
The pincode of Saurasunapur is 761213.
What is the population of Saurasunapur?
Saurasunapur had a total population of 167, including 81 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Saurasunapur?
Saurasunapur had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saurasunapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurasunapur was 46.90%. Male literacy was 64.38% and female literacy was 29.17%.