Sastuguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Sastuguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dhansuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sastuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastuguda is 424220. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Sastuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sastuguda
As per Census 2011, Sastuguda village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 358 males and 412 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sastuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sastuguda
Sastuguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandi | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Kenduguda | East | 1.95 km |
| Bhalujore | West | 2.04 km |
| Sanakarlakot | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Chandpur | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Hirapur | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Dhansuli | East | 4.18 km |
| Patrapur | West | 4.90 km |
| Khunti Padar | South | 5.35 km |
| Chhatabandhuguda | East | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sastuguda
Sastuguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Junagarh to Sastuguda is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sastuguda is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sastuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastuguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sastuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sastuguda 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 Sastuguda
Where is Sastuguda located?
Sastuguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sastuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sastuguda is Dhansuli.
What is the pincode of Sastuguda?
The pincode of Sastuguda is 766018.
What is the population of Sastuguda?
Sastuguda has a total population of 770, including 358 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Sastuguda?
There are 209 households in Sastuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sastuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastuguda is 28.83%. Male literacy is 41.90% and female literacy is 17.48%.