Sumantapalli - Asika, Ganjam
Sumantapalli is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gunthapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumantapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumantapalli is 411198. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sumantapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sumantapalli
As per Census 2011, Sumantapalli village has a total population of 771 people, consisting of 381 males and 390 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 392 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumantapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 771 | 381 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 219 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 162 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Sumantapalli
Sumantapalli 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 Sumantapalli
Sumantapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Asika to Sumantapalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sumantapalli is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumantapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumantapalli 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sumantapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumantapalli 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sumantapalli
Where is Sumantapalli located?
Sumantapalli village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumantapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumantapalli is Gunthapada.
What is the pincode of Sumantapalli?
The pincode of Sumantapalli is 761110.
What is the population of Sumantapalli?
Sumantapalli has a total population of 771, including 381 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Sumantapalli?
There are 174 households in Sumantapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sumantapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumantapalli is 49.16%. Male literacy is 57.48% and female literacy is 41.03%.