Suhi - Kutumba, Aurangabad
Suhi is a village situated in the Kutumba subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutumba and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Suhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhi is 254100. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.17 hectares and falls under the 824123 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Suhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutumba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhi
According to the 2011 Census, Suhi village had a total population of 2,038 people, including 1,002 males and 1,036 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 54.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,038 | 1,002 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 186 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 151 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 664 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 338 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Suhi
Suhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bataspur | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Dudhmi | North | 1.10 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ordih | South | 1.70 km |
| Turta | West | 1.81 km |
| Kutumba Kanchanpur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Chankap | North | 2.30 km |
| Barki Parhi | West | 2.39 km |
| Bedauliya | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Jagdispur | North-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suhi
Suhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nabenagar Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nabinagar to Suhi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Suhi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhi 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 Suhi
Where is Suhi located?
Suhi village is located in Kutumba Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhi?
Suhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suhi?
The pincode of Suhi is 824123.
What is the population of Suhi?
Suhi had a total population of 2,038, including 1,002 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Suhi?
Suhi had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhi was 67.90%. Male literacy was 81.37% and female literacy was 54.60%.