Sutangi - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Sutangi is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhanjanagar and around 116 km from Chatrapur. Mujagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutangi is 410564. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sutangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutangi
According to the 2011 Census, Sutangi village had a total population of 182 people, including 90 males and 92 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.94%, with male literacy at 58.23% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 44 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Sutangi
Sutangi 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 Sutangi
Sutangi 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 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 Bhanjanagar to Sutangi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sutangi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sutangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutangi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sutangi
Where is Sutangi located?
Sutangi village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sutangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutangi is Mujagada.
What is the pincode of Sutangi?
The pincode of Sutangi is 761126.
What is the population of Sutangi?
Sutangi had a total population of 182, including 90 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Sutangi?
Sutangi had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutangi was 50.94%. Male literacy was 58.23% and female literacy was 43.75%.