Sukuda - Bisra, Sundargarh
Sukuda is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Thetheiposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukuda is 384466. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sukuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukuda
As per Census 2011, Sukuda village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 346 males and 347 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 383 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 346 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 197 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 195 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 151 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Sukuda
Sukuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arla | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Ajeikela | North | 1.50 km |
| Theteiposh | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Sanbambua | West | 2.62 km |
| Sanbiringajhar | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Jaraikela | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Khatangtoli | North | 2.95 km |
| Badabamua | West | 3.06 km |
| Dhanapali | East | 3.34 km |
| Pardhanpali | East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukuda
Sukuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaraikela, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Sukuda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sukuda is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sukuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukuda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sukuda
Where is Sukuda located?
Sukuda village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukuda is Thetheiposh.
What is the pincode of Sukuda?
The pincode of Sukuda is 770036.
What is the population of Sukuda?
Sukuda has a total population of 693, including 346 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Sukuda?
There are 156 households in Sukuda.
What is the literacy rate in Sukuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukuda is 51.23%. Male literacy is 56.36% and female literacy is 46.11%.