Souragaon - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Souragaon is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Narala and around 66 km from Bhawanipatna. Bhurtigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Souragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Souragaon is 422785. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Souragaon 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 Souragaon
As per Census 2011, Souragaon village has a total population of 27 people, consisting of 17 males and 10 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 588 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Souragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 8 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Souragaon
Souragaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Souragaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Souragaon.
| 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 Madanpur Rampur to Souragaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Souragaon is about 66 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 Souragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Souragaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Souragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Souragaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Souragaon
Where is Souragaon located?
Souragaon village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Souragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Souragaon is Bhurtigarh.
What is the pincode of Souragaon?
The pincode of Souragaon is 766101.
What is the population of Souragaon?
Souragaon has a total population of 27, including 17 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Souragaon?
There are 9 households in Souragaon.