Suhagpur - Kakatpur, Puri
Suhagpur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Suhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhagpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhagpur is 409109. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Suhagpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhagpur
As per Census 2011, Suhagpur village has a total population of 4,957 people, consisting of 2,531 males and 2,426 females. The village has 1,255 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,570 literate and 1,387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suhagpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,957 | 2,531 | 2,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 291 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 305 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 3,570 | 1,980 | 1,590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,387 | 551 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Suhagpur
Suhagpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasinipur | North | 1.22 km |
| Kantapada | East | 1.70 km |
| Praharajapur | South | 1.78 km |
| Gopikantapur | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Narasinghapursasan | West | 2.08 km |
| Somanathapur | South | 2.08 km |
| Salapoi | North | 2.24 km |
| Jangalbori | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Nipania | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Suninda | North-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suhagpur
Public transport in the Suhagpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Suhagpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Suhagpur is about 65 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 Suhagpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhagpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suhagpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhagpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Suhagpur
Where is Suhagpur located?
Suhagpur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhagpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhagpur is Suhanpur.
What is the pincode of Suhagpur?
The pincode of Suhagpur is 752107.
What is the population of Suhagpur?
Suhagpur has a total population of 4,957, including 2,531 males and 2,426 females.
How many households are there in Suhagpur?
There are 1,255 households in Suhagpur.
What is the literacy rate in Suhagpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhagpur is 72.02%. Male literacy is 78.23% and female literacy is 65.54%.