Suma - Jalog, Shimla
Suma is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Shimla. Ogli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suma is 024147. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.63 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Suma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suma
According to the 2011 Census, Suma village had a total population of 145 people, including 69 males and 76 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.37%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 83.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Suma
Suma 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 Suma
Public transport in the Suma is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Shimla to Suma is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suma
Where is Suma located?
Suma village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suma?
The Gram Panchayat of Suma is Ogli.
What is the pincode of Suma?
The pincode of Suma is 171019.
What is the population of Suma?
Suma had a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Suma?
Suma had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suma was 88.37%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 83.58%.