Supamaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Supamaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Madaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supamaha is 417154. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Supamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Supamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Supamaha village had a total population of 112 people, including 55 males and 57 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.33%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 24.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 28 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Supamaha
Supamaha 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 Supamaha
Public transport in the Supamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Supamaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Supamaha is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Supamaha is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supamaha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supamaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Supamaha
Where is Supamaha located?
Supamaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Supamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Supamaha is Madaguda.
What is the pincode of Supamaha?
The pincode of Supamaha is 762105.
What is the population of Supamaha?
Supamaha had a total population of 112, including 55 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Supamaha?
Supamaha had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supamaha was 43.33%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 24.49%.