Suan - Makridi, Mandi
Suan is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Kuthaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suan is 013312. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.68 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Suan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suan
As per Census 2011, Suan village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 73 males and 91 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,246 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 11 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Suan
Suan 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 Suan
Suan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Suan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suan 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 Suan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suan
Where is Suan located?
Suan village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suan?
The Gram Panchayat of Suan is Kuthaira.
What is the pincode of Suan?
The pincode of Suan is 175015.
What is the population of Suan?
Suan has a total population of 164, including 73 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Suan?
There are 45 households in Suan.
What is the literacy rate in Suan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suan is 71.34%. Male literacy is 84.93% and female literacy is 60.44%.