Subdivisions in Sundargarh District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Sundargarh, Odisha
About Subdivisions in Sundargarh District
Sundargarh District in Odisha is divided into 34 subdivisions (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 2,513 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each subdivision in Sundargarh District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Subdivision Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The subdivision office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.
Understanding the subdivision structure of Sundargarh District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 34 subdivisions in Sundargarh District with their village coverage.
Terminology Note
In Odisha, these administrative divisions are officially called subdivisions. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.
List of Subdivisions in Sundargarh District
| # | Subdivision Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balisankara | Tehsil | 102 | - | View |
| 2 | Banei | Tehsil | 198 | 61804 | View |
| 3 | Baragaon | Tehsil | 70 | 77943 | View |
| 4 | Bhasma | Tehsil | 54 | 42101 | View |
| 5 | Biramitrapur | Tehsil | 176 | 96881 | View |
| 6 | Bisra | Tehsil | 93 | 98455 | View |
| 7 | Bondamunda | Tehsil | 3 | 14399 | View |
| 8 | Brahmani Tarang | Tehsil | 3 | 57664 | View |
| 9 | Chandiposh | Tehsil | 22 | 21864 | View |
| 10 | Dharuadihi | Tehsil | 11 | 35427 | View |
| 11 | Gurundia | Tehsil | 156 | 35256 | View |
| 12 | Hatibari | Tehsil | 5 | 61931 | View |
| 13 | Hemgir | Tehsil | 218 | 84559 | View |
| 14 | Kamarposh Balang | Tehsil | 56 | 43854 | View |
| 15 | Kinjirkela | Tehsil | 3 | 57452 | View |
| 16 | Koida | Tehsil | 167 | 39824 | View |
| 17 | Kutra | Tehsil | 57 | 66462 | View |
| 18 | Lahunipara | Tehsil | 342 | 77841 | View |
| 19 | Lathikata | Tehsil | 100 | 24846 | View |
| 20 | Lephripara | Tehsil | 116 | 70547 | View |
| 21 | Mahulapada | Tehsil | 46 | 19191 | View |
| 22 | Panposh | Tehsil | 56 | - | View |
| 23 | Raghunathapali | Tehsil | 3 | 26095 | View |
| 24 | Raiboga | Tehsil | 2 | 43474 | View |
| 25 | Rajagangapur | Tehsil | 91 | 166131 | View |
| 26 | Raurkela ITS P S | Tehsil | 2 | 216410 | View |
| 27 | Raurkela M | Tehsil | 5 | 320040 | View |
| 28 | Rourkela | Tehsil | 55 | - | View |
| 29 | Subdega | Tehsil | 60 | - | View |
| 30 | Sundargarh | Tehsil | 93 | 48969 | View |
| 31 | Sundargarh | Tehsil | 2 | 74134 | View |
| 32 | Talasara | Tehsil | 15 | 80443 | View |
| 33 | Tangarapali | Tehsil | 81 | 5851 | View |
| 34 | Tikaetpali | Tehsil | 50 | 23589 | View |
Browse Subdivisions in Sundargarh
Balisankara
Banei
Population: 61804Baragaon
Population: 77943Bhasma
Population: 42101Biramitrapur
Population: 96881Bisra
Population: 98455Bondamunda
Population: 14399Brahmani Tarang
Population: 57664Chandiposh
Population: 21864Dharuadihi
Population: 35427Gurundia
Population: 35256Hatibari
Population: 61931Hemgir
Population: 84559Kamarposh Balang
Population: 43854Kinjirkela
Population: 57452Koida
Population: 39824Kutra
Population: 66462Lahunipara
Population: 77841Lathikata
Population: 24846Lephripara
Population: 70547Mahulapada
Population: 19191Panposh
Raghunathapali
Population: 26095Raiboga
Population: 43474Rajagangapur
Population: 166131Raurkela ITS P S
Population: 216410Raurkela M
Population: 320040Rourkela
Subdega
Sundargarh
Population: 48969Sundargarh
Population: 74134Talasara
Population: 80443Tangarapali
Population: 5851Tikaetpali
Population: 23589How to Use This Directory
This subdivision directory for Sundargarh District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your subdivision: Locate the subdivision that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any subdivision name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct subdivision office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each subdivision
Frequently Asked Questions
How many subdivisions are there in Sundargarh District?
Sundargarh District has 34 subdivisions that together cover 2,513 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The subdivisions are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Sundargarh.
What is the difference between a subdivision and a block in Sundargarh District?
A subdivision is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Sundargarh District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the subdivision office located in Sundargarh District?
Each subdivision in Sundargarh District has its own subdivision office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that subdivision. Click on any subdivision name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The subdivision office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.
How do I find which subdivision my village belongs to in Sundargarh District?
To find your village's subdivision in Sundargarh District: (1) Browse the subdivisions listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the subdivision name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.
What services can I access at a subdivision office in Sundargarh District?
Subdivision offices (Tahsildar offices) in Sundargarh District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.