Sujapaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sujapaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Phulabani and around 15 km from Phulbani. Sudreju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujapaju is 415410. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sujapaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sujapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Sujapaju village had a total population of 43 people, including 23 males and 20 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sujapaju
Sujapaju 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 Sujapaju
Sujapaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sujapaju is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sujapaju is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujapaju 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 Sujapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujapaju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sujapaju
Where is Sujapaju located?
Sujapaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujapaju is Sudreju.
What is the pincode of Sujapaju?
The pincode of Sujapaju is 762002.
What is the population of Sujapaju?
Sujapaju had a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Sujapaju?
Sujapaju had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sujapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujapaju was 62.50%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 47.37%.