Sukaran - Sukinda, Jajpur
Sukaran is a village situated in the Sukinda tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Sukinda and around 57 km from Jajapur . Ollia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukaran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukaran is 400433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 755018 pincode. Byasanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sukaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sukinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukaran
According to the 2011 Census, Sukaran village had a total population of 1,500 people, including 757 males and 743 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.71%, with male literacy at 75.84% and female literacy at 49.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 993.
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 | 1,500 | 757 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 165 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 993 | 487 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 449 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 308 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Sukaran
Sukaran 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 Sukaran
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sukaran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Byasanagar to Sukaran is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Sukaran is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukaran
Where is Sukaran located?
Sukaran village is located in Sukinda Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukaran is Ollia.
What is the pincode of Sukaran?
The pincode of Sukaran is 755018.
What is the population of Sukaran?
Sukaran had a total population of 1,500, including 757 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Sukaran?
Sukaran had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukaran was 62.71%. Male literacy was 75.84% and female literacy was 49.83%.