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
As per Census 2011, Suja village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 301 males and 296 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suja are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 597, including 301 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Suja?
There are 136 households in Suja.
What is the literacy rate in Suja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suja is 67.50%. Male literacy is 79.07% and female literacy is 55.74%.