Sujamaju - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sujamaju is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujamaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujamaju is 417413. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sujamaju 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 Sujamaju
According to the 2011 Census, Sujamaju village had a total population of 240 people, including 117 males and 123 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 43.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 240 | 117 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 72 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 45 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sujamaju
Sujamaju 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 Sujamaju
Public transport in the Sujamaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sujamaju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sujamaju is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sujamaju is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujamaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujamaju 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 Sujamaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujamaju 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 Sujamaju
Where is Sujamaju located?
Sujamaju village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sujamaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujamaju is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Sujamaju?
The pincode of Sujamaju is 762104.
What is the population of Sujamaju?
Sujamaju had a total population of 240, including 117 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sujamaju?
Sujamaju had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sujamaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujamaju was 58.00%. Male literacy was 73.47% and female literacy was 43.14%.