Sumdo (8/17) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Sumdo (8/17) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kyelang. Darcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumdo (8/17) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumdo (8/17) is 012366. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.64 hectares and falls under the 175132 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Sumdo (8/17) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumdo (8/17)
According to the 2011 Census, Sumdo (8/17) village had a total population of 172 people, including 110 males and 62 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 564 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 172 | 110 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 95 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sumdo (8/17)
Sumdo (8/17) 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 Sumdo (8/17)
Public transport in the Sumdo (8/17) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Sumdo (8/17) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumdo (8/17)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumdo (8/17) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sumdo (8/17)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumdo (8/17) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumdo (8/17)
Where is Sumdo (8/17) located?
Sumdo (8/17) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumdo (8/17)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumdo (8/17) is Darcha.
What is the pincode of Sumdo (8/17)?
The pincode of Sumdo (8/17) is 175132.
What is the population of Sumdo (8/17)?
Sumdo (8/17) had a total population of 172, including 110 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Sumdo (8/17)?
Sumdo (8/17) had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumdo (8/17)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumdo (8/17) was 77.36%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 50.91%.