Surungeipada - Machh Kund, Koraput
Surungeipada is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surungeipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surungeipada is 429543. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Surungeipada 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 Surungeipada
According to the 2011 Census, Surungeipada village had a total population of 95 people, including 51 males and 44 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.67%, with male literacy at 48.78% and female literacy at 35.29%. 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 | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Surungeipada
Surungeipada 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 Surungeipada
Surungeipada 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 >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 Surungeipada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Surungeipada is about 68 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 Surungeipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surungeipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surungeipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surungeipada 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 Surungeipada
Where is Surungeipada located?
Surungeipada village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surungeipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Surungeipada is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Surungeipada?
The pincode of Surungeipada is 764081.
What is the population of Surungeipada?
Surungeipada had a total population of 95, including 51 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Surungeipada?
Surungeipada had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surungeipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surungeipada was 42.67%. Male literacy was 48.78% and female literacy was 35.29%.