Suja - Baijnath, Kangra
Suja is a village situated in the Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Keori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suja is 012053. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.17 hectares and falls under the 176077 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Suja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suja
According to the 2011 Census, Suja village had a total population of 597 people, including 301 males and 296 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 62.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 597 | 301 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 238 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 63 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Suja
Suja 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 Suja
Suja 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Suja is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suja 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suja
Where is Suja located?
Suja village is located in Baijnath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suja?
The Gram Panchayat of Suja is Keori.
What is the pincode of Suja?
The pincode of Suja is 176077.
What is the population of Suja?
Suja had a total population of 597, including 301 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Suja?
Suja had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suja was 76.47%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 62.98%.