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
As per Census 2011, Suramal village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 89 males and 86 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suramal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Suramal?
There are 43 households in Suramal.
What is the literacy rate in Suramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suramal is 33.14%. Male literacy is 40.45% and female literacy is 25.58%.