Suhani - Darlaghat, Solan
Suhani is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chakhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhani is 020308. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.32 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Suhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhani
According to the 2011 Census, Suhani village had a total population of 79 people, including 39 males and 40 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.64%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 48.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 7 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Suhani
Suhani 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 Suhani
Suhani 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 Solan to Suhani is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhani 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 Suhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suhani
Where is Suhani located?
Suhani village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhani is Chakhar.
What is the pincode of Suhani?
The pincode of Suhani is 171102.
What is the population of Suhani?
Suhani had a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Suhani?
Suhani had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhani was 71.64%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 48.48%.