Suga - Rampur, Shimla
Suga is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suga is 023512. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.67 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Suga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suga
As per Census 2011, Suga village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 152 males and 137 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 209 | 121 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 31 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Suga
Suga 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 Suga
Suga 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 | 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 Shimla to Suga is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suga
Where is Suga located?
Suga village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suga?
The Gram Panchayat of Suga is Sarpara.
What is the pincode of Suga?
The pincode of Suga is 172201.
What is the population of Suga?
Suga has a total population of 289, including 152 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Suga?
There are 66 households in Suga.
What is the literacy rate in Suga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suga is 72.32%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 64.23%.