Sujeli - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Sujeli is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kalinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujeli is 415843. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 762022 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sujeli 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 Sujeli
As per Census 2011, Sujeli village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 240 males and 269 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 240 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 104 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 153 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 87 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Sujeli
Sujeli 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 Sujeli
Public transport in the Sujeli 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 G. Udayagiri to Sujeli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sujeli is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujeli 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 Sujeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sujeli
Where is Sujeli located?
Sujeli village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujeli is Kalinga.
What is the pincode of Sujeli?
The pincode of Sujeli is 762022.
What is the population of Sujeli?
Sujeli has a total population of 509, including 240 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sujeli?
There are 134 households in Sujeli.
What is the literacy rate in Sujeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujeli is 55.01%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 47.21%.