Suidihi - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Suidihi is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Suidihi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suidihi is 384618. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Suidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suidihi
As per Census 2011, Suidihi village has a total population of 967 people, consisting of 476 males and 491 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 532 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suidihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 476 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 253 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 344 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 132 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Suidihi
Suidihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asurchhapal | North | 1.80 km |
| Ataghat | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Lohadar | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Sunaparbat | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Sannuatoli | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Karlakhaman | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Kanarsuan | East | 3.75 km |
| Sansunaparbat | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Gopadihi | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Kulamunda | South-East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suidihi
Suidihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lathikata, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Suidihi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Suidihi is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suidihi
Where is Suidihi located?
Suidihi village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suidihi?
Suidihi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suidihi?
The pincode of Suidihi is 770037.
What is the population of Suidihi?
Suidihi has a total population of 967, including 476 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Suidihi?
There are 179 households in Suidihi.
What is the literacy rate in Suidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suidihi is 66.29%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 60.49%.