Supudi - Bundwan, Purulia
Supudi is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from Bandwan and around 52.7 km from Purulia. Supudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supudi is 332359. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.76 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Tata is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Supudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supudi
As per Census 2011, Supudi village has a total population of 2,567 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,279 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,288 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,103 | 535 | 568 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 754 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 534 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Supudi
Supudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rithugora | South | 1.64 km |
| Pargela | North | 1.69 km |
| Jitan | West | 1.93 km |
| Bara Mamro | East | 2.09 km |
| Chilla | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Tuitanr | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Shalbani | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Chutya | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Saira | West | 3.49 km |
| Bhalu | North | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supudi
Supudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asanboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tata to Supudi is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Supudi is about 52.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Supudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supudi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Supudi
Where is Supudi located?
Supudi village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Supudi is Supudih.
What is the pincode of Supudi?
The pincode of Supudi is 723129.
What is the population of Supudi?
Supudi has a total population of 2,567, including 1,288 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Supudi?
There are 562 households in Supudi.
What is the literacy rate in Supudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supudi is 48.73%. Male literacy is 58.54% and female literacy is 38.86%.