Supad - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Supad is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ladugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supad is 424066. The village covers a total geographical area of 550 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Supad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Supad
As per Census 2011, Supad village has a total population of 1,369 people, consisting of 669 males and 700 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 761 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,369 | 669 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 75 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 761 | 370 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 372 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 297 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Supad
Supad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitabaspur | East | 2.11 km |
| Kendudangari | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Beherensil | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Barahadanga | West | 2.85 km |
| Uchhala | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Sunamal | North | 2.98 km |
| Ladugaon | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Ghantiguda | South | 3.99 km |
| Siuni | West | 4.19 km |
| Kaudola | North-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supad
Public transport in the Supad 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 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Junagarh to Supad is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Supad is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Supad
Where is Supad located?
Supad village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supad?
The Gram Panchayat of Supad is Ladugaon.
What is the pincode of Supad?
The pincode of Supad is 766019.
What is the population of Supad?
Supad has a total population of 1,369, including 669 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Supad?
There are 346 households in Supad.
What is the literacy rate in Supad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supad is 40.39%. Male literacy is 55.61% and female literacy is 25.86%.