Sugamaha - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Sugamaha is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gresingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sugamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugamaha is 415796. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sugamaha 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 Sugamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Sugamaha village had a total population of 82 people, including 39 males and 43 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 51.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sugamaha
Sugamaha 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 Sugamaha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sugamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sugamaha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sugamaha is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sugamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugamaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sugamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sugamaha
Where is Sugamaha located?
Sugamaha village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sugamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sugamaha is Gresingia.
What is the pincode of Sugamaha?
The pincode of Sugamaha is 762100.
What is the population of Sugamaha?
Sugamaha had a total population of 82, including 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Sugamaha?
Sugamaha had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sugamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugamaha was 60.87%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 51.43%.