Surulata - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Surulata is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Masabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surulata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surulata is 383638. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surulata
As per Census 2011, Surulata village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 182 males and 163 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surulata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 83 | 92 |
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 in the Surulata is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sundargarh to Surulata is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Surulata is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surulata
Where is Surulata located?
Surulata village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surulata?
The Gram Panchayat of Surulata is Masabira.
What is the pincode of Surulata?
The pincode of Surulata is 770012.
What is the population of Surulata?
Surulata has a total population of 345, including 182 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Surulata?
There are 83 households in Surulata.
What is the literacy rate in Surulata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surulata is 49.28%. Male literacy is 54.40% and female literacy is 43.56%.