Suramal - Machh Kund, Koraput
Suramal is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chikenput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suramal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suramal is 429555. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Suramal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Suramal
According to the 2011 Census, Suramal village had a total population of 175 people, including 89 males and 86 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.73%, with male literacy at 52.94% and female literacy at 30.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 53 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Suramal
Suramal 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 Suramal
Public transport in the Suramal 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 Koraput to Suramal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Suramal is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suramal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suramal 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 Suramal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suramal 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 Suramal
Where is Suramal located?
Suramal village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suramal?
The Gram Panchayat of Suramal is Chikenput.
What is the pincode of Suramal?
The pincode of Suramal is 764081.
What is the population of Suramal?
Suramal had a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Suramal?
Suramal had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suramal was 41.73%. Male literacy was 52.94% and female literacy was 30.99%.