Suganketa - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Suganketa is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Shraniketa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suganketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suganketa is 417410. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Suganketa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suganketa
According to the 2011 Census, Suganketa village had a total population of 543 people, including 255 males and 288 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.01%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 50.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 515.
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 | 543 | 255 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 42 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 242 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 163 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 92 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Suganketa
Suganketa 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 Suganketa
Public transport in the Suganketa 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 Surada to Suganketa is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Suganketa is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suganketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suganketa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suganketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suganketa 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 Suganketa
Where is Suganketa located?
Suganketa village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suganketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Suganketa is Shraniketa.
What is the pincode of Suganketa?
The pincode of Suganketa is 762104.
What is the population of Suganketa?
Suganketa had a total population of 543, including 255 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Suganketa?
Suganketa had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suganketa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suganketa was 63.01%. Male literacy was 76.53% and female literacy was 50.22%.