Sahupada - Kanas, Puri
Sahupada is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Gadisagada and around 35 km from Puri. Sahupada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahupada is 410101. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 752019 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sahupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahupada
According to the 2011 Census, Sahupada village had a total population of 1,311 people, including 667 males and 644 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.14%, with male literacy at 95.44% and female literacy at 82.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,311 | 667 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 565 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 102 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Sahupada
Sahupada 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 Sahupada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sahupada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Sahupada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sahupada is about 35 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 Sahupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahupada 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 Sahupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahupada 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 Sahupada
Where is Sahupada located?
Sahupada village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahupada?
Sahupada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahupada?
The pincode of Sahupada is 752019.
What is the population of Sahupada?
Sahupada had a total population of 1,311, including 667 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Sahupada?
Sahupada had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahupada was 89.14%. Male literacy was 95.44% and female literacy was 82.57%.