Suruguda - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Suruguda is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Taljaring serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suruguda is 423764. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 766002 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Suruguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Suruguda village had a total population of 95 people, including 44 males and 51 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.25%, with male literacy at 39.47% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Suruguda
Suruguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badafunda | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Michasola | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Gunjuguda | North | 2.10 km |
| Rangiguda | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Ghantabahali | North | 3.32 km |
| Kapsara | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Talajaring | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Gobara | North | 3.92 km |
| Kutru Khamar | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Badli | North-East | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suruguda
Suruguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Suruguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suruguda 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 Suruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suruguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suruguda
Where is Suruguda located?
Suruguda village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Suruguda is Taljaring.
What is the pincode of Suruguda?
The pincode of Suruguda is 766002.
What is the population of Suruguda?
Suruguda had a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Suruguda?
Suruguda had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suruguda was 41.25%. Male literacy was 39.47% and female literacy was 42.86%.