Surkapanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Surkapanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surkapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkapanga is 416239. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Surkapanga 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 Surkapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Surkapanga village had a total population of 76 people, including 41 males and 35 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.91%, with male literacy at 22.22% and female literacy at 12.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Surkapanga
Surkapanga 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 Surkapanga
Public transport in the Surkapanga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Surkapanga is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Surkapanga is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surkapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkapanga 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 Surkapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surkapanga
Where is Surkapanga located?
Surkapanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surkapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Surkapanga is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Surkapanga?
The pincode of Surkapanga is 762011.
What is the population of Surkapanga?
Surkapanga had a total population of 76, including 41 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Surkapanga?
Surkapanga had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkapanga was 17.91%. Male literacy was 22.22% and female literacy was 12.90%.