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
As per Census 2011, Suketi village has a total population of 412 people, consisting of 201 males and 211 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suketi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 201 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| 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 has a total population of 412, including 201 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Suketi?
There are 74 households in Suketi.
What is the literacy rate in Suketi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suketi is 68.20%. Male literacy is 78.61% and female literacy is 58.29%.