Sukher - Baldwara, Mandi
Sukher is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baldwara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandi. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukher is 014163. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.92 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Sukher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukher
According to the 2011 Census, Sukher village had a total population of 471 people, including 243 males and 228 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.59%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 87.79%.
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 | 471 | 243 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 205 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 38 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sukher
Sukher 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 Sukher
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sukher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Sukher is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukher 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukher 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukher
Where is Sukher located?
Sukher village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukher?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukher is Kot.
What is the pincode of Sukher?
The pincode of Sukher is 175033.
What is the population of Sukher?
Sukher had a total population of 471, including 243 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sukher?
Sukher had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukher was 91.59%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 87.79%.