Supta - Tikari, Gaya
Supta is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Mau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supta is 254687. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Supta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supta
As per Census 2011, Supta village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 810 males and 797 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 810 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 127 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 280 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 448 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 362 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Supta
Supta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amawan | North | 1.26 km |
| Kaiatanr | West | 1.34 km |
| Lohanipur | East | 1.40 km |
| Saidpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Mau | South | 1.57 km |
| Amarpur | East | 1.75 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 1.90 km |
| Bishunpur Urur | East | 2.41 km |
| Akhtiarpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Rewai | South-East | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supta
Supta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ner Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Supta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Supta 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 Supta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Supta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Supta
Where is Supta located?
Supta village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supta?
The Gram Panchayat of Supta is Mau.
What is the pincode of Supta?
The pincode of Supta is 824236.
What is the population of Supta?
Supta has a total population of 1,607, including 810 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Supta?
There are 320 households in Supta.
What is the literacy rate in Supta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supta is 44.31%. Male literacy is 55.31% and female literacy is 33.12%.