Suruda - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Suruda is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Belaghar and around 160 km from Phulbani. Jhiripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suruda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suruda is 417050. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Suruda 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 Suruda
According to the 2011 Census, Suruda village had a total population of 7 people, including 1 males and 6 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 6,000 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Suruda
Suruda 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 Suruda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Suruda.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Suruda is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Suruda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suruda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suruda 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 Suruda
Where is Suruda located?
Suruda village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suruda?
The Gram Panchayat of Suruda is Jhiripani.
What is the pincode of Suruda?
The pincode of Suruda is 762107.
What is the population of Suruda?
Suruda had a total population of 7, including 1 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Suruda?
Suruda had 1 households.