Sutanh - Saluni, Chamba
Sutanh is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Dighai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutanh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutanh is 007235. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sutanh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sutanh
According to the 2011 Census, Sutanh village had a total population of 219 people, including 117 males and 102 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.66%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 60.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 219 | 117 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 84 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 33 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sutanh
Sutanh 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 Sutanh
Public transport in the Sutanh 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 Sutanh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sutanh is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutanh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutanh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sutanh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutanh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sutanh
Where is Sutanh located?
Sutanh village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutanh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutanh is Dighai.
What is the pincode of Sutanh?
The pincode of Sutanh is 176320.
What is the population of Sutanh?
Sutanh had a total population of 219, including 117 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Sutanh?
Sutanh had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutanh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutanh was 73.66%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 60.23%.