Suruguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Suruguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suruguda is 417206. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Suruguda 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 Suruguda
As per Census 2011, Suruguda village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 358 males and 375 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 531 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suruguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 358 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 68 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 531 | 252 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 83 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 275 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Suruguda
Suruguda 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 Suruguda
Suruguda 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 <5 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 Rayagada to Suruguda is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Suruguda is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suruguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suruguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suruguda
Where is Suruguda located?
Suruguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Suruguda is Ora.
What is the pincode of Suruguda?
The pincode of Suruguda is 762105.
What is the population of Suruguda?
Suruguda has a total population of 733, including 358 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Suruguda?
There are 141 households in Suruguda.
What is the literacy rate in Suruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suruguda is 17.60%. Male literacy is 23.18% and female literacy is 12.27%.