Supai - Amas, Gaya
Supai is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Akouna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supai is 255763. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Supai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Supai
According to the 2011 Census, Supai village had a total population of 1,638 people, including 826 males and 812 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.91%, with male literacy at 73.16% and female literacy at 52.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 691.
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 | 1,638 | 826 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 174 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 332 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 477 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 349 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Supai
Supai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadiawan | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Shekh Bigha | South | 0.95 km |
| Kurmathu | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Kurmain | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Baida | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Nadiain | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Baida | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Kendua | North | 2.05 km |
| Gamharia | West | 2.14 km |
| Purkhotimpur | East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supai
Supai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guraru, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sherghati to Supai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Supai is about 30 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 Supai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Supai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supai 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 Supai
Where is Supai located?
Supai village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Supai?
The Gram Panchayat of Supai is Akouna.
What is the pincode of Supai?
The pincode of Supai is 824219.
What is the population of Supai?
Supai had a total population of 1,638, including 826 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Supai?
Supai had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supai was 62.91%. Male literacy was 73.16% and female literacy was 52.80%.