Suhan - Pragpur, Kangra
Suhan is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Dharmsala. Muhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhan is 010705. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.02 hectares and falls under the 177034 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Suhan 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 Suhan
As per Census 2011, Suhan village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 228 males and 259 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 228 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 31 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Suhan
Suhan 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 Suhan
Suhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Suhan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suhan
Where is Suhan located?
Suhan village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhan is Muhin.
What is the pincode of Suhan?
The pincode of Suhan is 177034.
What is the population of Suhan?
Suhan has a total population of 487, including 228 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Suhan?
There are 128 households in Suhan.
What is the literacy rate in Suhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhan is 81.31%. Male literacy is 86.40% and female literacy is 76.83%.