Sudung - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Sudung is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Khuntamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sudung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sudung is 381200. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188 hectares and falls under the 768215 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sudung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sudung
As per Census 2011, Sudung village has a total population of 1,706 people, consisting of 871 males and 835 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sudung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,706 | 871 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,331 | 685 | 646 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 536 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 335 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Sudung
Sudung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aitapada | West | 1.59 km |
| Kurmimunda | East | 2.43 km |
| Barhamusa | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Chandnimal | North | 3.34 km |
| Kulemura | West | 3.41 km |
| Khuntamal | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Ganmunda | East | 3.85 km |
| Bandhakani | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Bauriguda(rupadharbad) | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Niktimal | South-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sudung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sudung. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Sudung is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sudung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sudung 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 Sudung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sudung 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 Sudung
Where is Sudung located?
Sudung village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sudung?
The Gram Panchayat of Sudung is Khuntamal.
What is the pincode of Sudung?
The pincode of Sudung is 768215.
What is the population of Sudung?
Sudung has a total population of 1,706, including 871 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Sudung?
There are 388 households in Sudung.
What is the literacy rate in Sudung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sudung is 53.99%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 46.11%.