Suthan

Suthan is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Suthan village. As per 2009 stats, Dighai is the gram panchayat of Suthan village.

Suthan has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Suthan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Suthan is 007235. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Suthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

When it comes to local governance, Suthan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Suthan

Below is a concise population overview of Suthan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 219 117 102
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 19 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 84 46 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 137 84 53
Illiterate Population 82 33 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Suthan village:

  • The total population of Suthan village is around 219, including approximately 117 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Suthan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Suthan village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Suthan village is about 62.56%, with male literacy at 71.79% and female literacy at 51.96%.
  • There are around 46 households in Suthan village.

Connectivity of Suthan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Suthan. As per the 2011 stats, Suthan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Suthan

Knowing the nearby villages of Suthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Suthan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Suthan

Where is Suthan located?
Suthan village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Suthan is Dighai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Suthan?
The pincode of Suthan is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Suthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Suthan is 219, with 117 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Suthan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Suthan village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suthan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Suthan is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.79%, while the female literacy rate is 51.96%.