Sup - Bharmour, Chamba
Sup is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Chamba. Poolan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sup village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sup is 008196. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.68 hectares and falls under the 176315 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sup
As per Census 2011, Sup village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 228 males and 239 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 418 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sup are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 203 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 161 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 67 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sup
Sup 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 Sup
Public transport in the Sup is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Sup is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sup village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sup 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 Sup
Where is Sup located?
Sup village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sup?
The Gram Panchayat of Sup is Poolan.
What is the pincode of Sup?
The pincode of Sup is 176315.
What is the population of Sup?
Sup has a total population of 467, including 228 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Sup?
There are 96 households in Sup.
What is the literacy rate in Sup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sup is 59.96%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 49.79%.