Surugunja - Kashipur, Rayagada
Surugunja is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surugunja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surugunja is 425871. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Surugunja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surugunja
According to the 2011 Census, Surugunja village had a total population of 435 people, including 212 males and 223 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.58%, with male literacy at 71.19% and female literacy at 28.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 435 | 212 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 127 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 126 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 86 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Surugunja
Surugunja 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 Surugunja
Surugunja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Surugunja is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Surugunja is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surugunja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surugunja 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 Surugunja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surugunja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surugunja
Where is Surugunja located?
Surugunja village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surugunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Surugunja is Chandragiri.
What is the pincode of Surugunja?
The pincode of Surugunja is 765015.
What is the population of Surugunja?
Surugunja had a total population of 435, including 212 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Surugunja?
Surugunja had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surugunja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surugunja was 49.58%. Male literacy was 71.19% and female literacy was 28.33%.