Suarpali - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Suarpali is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Khuntagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suarpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suarpali is 384928. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Suarpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suarpali
As per Census 2011, Suarpali village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 228 males and 251 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 441 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suarpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 228 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 210 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 173 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 55 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Suarpali
Suarpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Poigoan | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Bichhanapati | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Khuantgaon | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Jakeikela | West | 1.93 km |
| Bandhberna | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kudhei Nuadihi | East | 2.55 km |
| Dhudi | East | 2.64 km |
| Khadiakudar | North | 2.89 km |
| Belkudar | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Gadapali | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suarpali
Public transport in the Suarpali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Suarpali is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Suarpali is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suarpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suarpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suarpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suarpali 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 Suarpali
Where is Suarpali located?
Suarpali village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suarpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Suarpali is Khuntagaon.
What is the pincode of Suarpali?
The pincode of Suarpali is 770044.
What is the population of Suarpali?
Suarpali has a total population of 479, including 228 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Suarpali?
There are 126 households in Suarpali.
What is the literacy rate in Suarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suarpali is 66.60%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 58.17%.