Sumi - Sunni, Shimla
Sumi is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from Shimla. Mandhor Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumi is 024017. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.3 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sumi 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 Sumi
According to the 2011 Census, Sumi village had a total population of 254 people, including 125 males and 129 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.96%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sumi
Sumi 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 Sumi
Public transport in the Sumi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sumi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sumi
Where is Sumi located?
Sumi village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumi is Mandhor Ghat.
What is the pincode of Sumi?
The pincode of Sumi is 171301.
What is the population of Sumi?
Sumi had a total population of 254, including 125 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Sumi?
Sumi had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumi was 84.96%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 81.36%.