Suketi - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Suketi is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jufarkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suketi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suketi is 015039. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.39 hectares and falls under the 175123 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Suketi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suketi
According to the 2011 Census, Suketi village had a total population of 412 people, including 201 males and 211 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.60%, with male literacy at 90.29% and female literacy at 69.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 412 | 201 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 158 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 43 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Suketi
Suketi 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 Suketi
Suketi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Suketi is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suketi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suketi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suketi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suketi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Suketi
Where is Suketi located?
Suketi village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suketi?
The Gram Panchayat of Suketi is Jufarkot.
What is the pincode of Suketi?
The pincode of Suketi is 175123.
What is the population of Suketi?
Suketi had a total population of 412, including 201 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Suketi?
Suketi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suketi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suketi was 79.60%. Male literacy was 90.29% and female literacy was 69.10%.