Sujanapur - Delanga, Puri
Sujanapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sujanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujanapur is 408583. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sujanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sujanapur
As per Census 2011, Sujanapur village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 178 males and 167 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujanapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 159 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 19 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sujanapur
Sujanapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauradeipur | South | 0.63 km |
| Ratanapur | East | 1.06 km |
| Jagadalapur | West | 1.28 km |
| Nuagarh | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Benupara | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Ramachandrapur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Amalanga | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Delangakothabar | South | 2.03 km |
| Baghilipari | West | 2.08 km |
| Ankoi | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sujanapur
Sujanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanas Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Sujanapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sujanapur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sujanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sujanapur
Where is Sujanapur located?
Sujanapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujanapur is Sujanpur.
What is the pincode of Sujanapur?
The pincode of Sujanapur is 752016.
What is the population of Sujanapur?
Sujanapur has a total population of 345, including 178 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Sujanapur?
There are 78 households in Sujanapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sujanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujanapur is 86.67%. Male literacy is 89.33% and female literacy is 83.83%.