Surulata - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Surulata is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kuchedega serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surulata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surulata is 383568. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Surulata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Surulata
According to the 2011 Census, Surulata village had a total population of 199 people, including 114 males and 85 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 64.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 97 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Surulata
Surulata 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 Surulata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surulata. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surulata.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Surulata is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Surulata is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surulata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surulata 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surulata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surulata 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surulata
Where is Surulata located?
Surulata village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surulata?
The Gram Panchayat of Surulata is Kuchedega.
What is the pincode of Surulata?
The pincode of Surulata is 770013.
What is the population of Surulata?
Surulata had a total population of 199, including 114 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Surulata?
Surulata had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surulata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surulata was 78.95%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 64.63%.