Sulumaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sulumaha 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 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Shraniketa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulumaha is 417389. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sulumaha 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 Sulumaha
As per Census 2011, Sulumaha village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 273 males and 280 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulumaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 273 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 242 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 176 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 97 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Sulumaha
Sulumaha 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 Sulumaha
Public transport in the Sulumaha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sulumaha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sulumaha is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulumaha 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 Sulumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulumaha 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 Sulumaha
Where is Sulumaha located?
Sulumaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulumaha is Shraniketa.
What is the pincode of Sulumaha?
The pincode of Sulumaha is 762104.
What is the population of Sulumaha?
Sulumaha has a total population of 553, including 273 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Sulumaha?
There are 137 households in Sulumaha.
What is the literacy rate in Sulumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulumaha is 52.80%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 41.43%.