Sutkar - Holi, Chamba
Sutkar is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Holi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutkar is 008062. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.16 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sutkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutkar
As per Census 2011, Sutkar village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 306 males and 283 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 306 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 234 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 214 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 92 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Sutkar
Sutkar 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 Sutkar
Sutkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chamba to Sutkar is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutkar 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 Sutkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutkar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sutkar
Where is Sutkar located?
Sutkar village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutkar is Holi.
What is the pincode of Sutkar?
The pincode of Sutkar is 176326.
What is the population of Sutkar?
Sutkar has a total population of 589, including 306 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Sutkar?
There are 106 households in Sutkar.
What is the literacy rate in Sutkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutkar is 61.46%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 52.30%.