Sastuguda
Sastuguda is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 77km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Dhansuli is the gram panchayat of Sastuguda village.
Sastuguda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sastuguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastuguda is 424220. The village spans a total geographical area of 277 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Sastuguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sastuguda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sastuguda
Below is a concise population overview of Sastuguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 770 | 358 | 412 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 54 | 85 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 128 | 141 |
Literate Population | 222 | 150 | 72 |
Illiterate Population | 548 | 208 | 340 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sastuguda village:
- The total population of Sastuguda village is around 770, including approximately 358 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 1150 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Sastuguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sastuguda village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 269 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sastuguda village is about 28.83%, with male literacy at 41.90% and female literacy at 17.48%.
- There are around 209 households in Sastuguda village.
Connectivity of Sastuguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastuguda. As per the 2011 stats, Sastuguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastuguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastuguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastuguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastuguda
- Where is Sastuguda located?
- Sastuguda village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastuguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sastuguda is Dhansuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sastuguda?
- The pincode of Sastuguda is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastuguda is 770, with 358 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Sastuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastuguda village has a total of 209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastuguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastuguda is 28.83%. The male literacy rate is 41.90%, while the female literacy rate is 17.48%.