Suksan - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Suksan is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Birikot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suksan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suksan is 424434. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Suksan 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 Suksan
As per Census 2011, Suksan village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 79 males and 92 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,164 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suksan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 79 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 60 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 53 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Suksan
Suksan 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 Suksan
Public transport in the Suksan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Suksan is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suksan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suksan 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 Suksan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suksan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suksan
Where is Suksan located?
Suksan village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suksan?
The Gram Panchayat of Suksan is Birikot.
What is the pincode of Suksan?
The pincode of Suksan is 766037.
What is the population of Suksan?
Suksan has a total population of 171, including 79 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Suksan?
There are 44 households in Suksan.
What is the literacy rate in Suksan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suksan is 24.56%. Male literacy is 32.91% and female literacy is 17.39%.