Susta - Gaighat, Muzaffarpur
Susta is a village situated in the Gaighat subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaighat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Susta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Susta is 229261. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.8 hectares and falls under the 847107 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Susta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Susta
As per Census 2011, Susta village has a total population of 9,186 people, consisting of 4,856 males and 4,330 females. The village has 1,888 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,710 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,837 literate and 5,349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,071 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Susta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,186 | 4,856 | 4,330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,710 | 884 | 826 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,071 | 559 | 512 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,837 | 2,378 | 1,459 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,349 | 2,478 | 2,871 |
Nearby Villages of Susta
Susta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Susta
Public transport in the Susta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Susta has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Susta is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Susta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Susta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Susta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Susta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Susta
Where is Susta located?
Susta village is located in Gaighat Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Susta?
Susta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Susta?
The pincode of Susta is 847107.
What is the population of Susta?
Susta has a total population of 9,186, including 4,856 males and 4,330 females.
How many households are there in Susta?
There are 1,888 households in Susta.
What is the literacy rate in Susta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Susta is 41.77%. Male literacy is 48.97% and female literacy is 33.70%.