Subalaya - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Subalaya is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Brahmanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Subalaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Subalaya is 416025. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Subalaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Subalaya
As per Census 2011, Subalaya village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 282 males and 297 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Subalaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 282 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 127 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 223 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 59 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Subalaya
Subalaya 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 Subalaya
Subalaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Subalaya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Subalaya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Subalaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Subalaya 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 Subalaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Subalaya 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 Subalaya
Where is Subalaya located?
Subalaya village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Subalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Subalaya is Brahmanpada.
What is the pincode of Subalaya?
The pincode of Subalaya is 762028.
What is the population of Subalaya?
Subalaya has a total population of 579, including 282 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Subalaya?
There are 158 households in Subalaya.
What is the literacy rate in Subalaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Subalaya is 59.76%. Male literacy is 79.08% and female literacy is 41.41%.