Sulei - Rampur, Sonepur
Sulei is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Rampur and around 48 km from Subarnapur. Andharibanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulei is 419010. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 767045 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sulei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulei
As per Census 2011, Sulei village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 258 males and 218 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 258 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 223 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Sulei
Sulei 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andharibanji | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Sialinalijungle | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Salepalijungle | South | 1.80 km |
| Chanabeda | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Chandali | North | 2.10 km |
| Sialinali | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Salepali | South | 2.79 km |
| Pandarapali | West | 2.88 km |
| Kushdadar | West | 3.15 km |
| Badkarle | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulei
Sulei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barpali to Sulei is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Sulei is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sulei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulei 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sulei
Where is Sulei located?
Sulei village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulei?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulei is Andharibanji.
What is the pincode of Sulei?
The pincode of Sulei is 767045.
What is the population of Sulei?
Sulei has a total population of 476, including 258 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Sulei?
There are 107 households in Sulei.
What is the literacy rate in Sulei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulei is 81.72%. Male literacy is 86.43% and female literacy is 76.15%.