Suhin - Amb, Una
Suhin is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Sidh Chalehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhin is 018207. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.73 hectares and falls under the 177109 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Suhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhin
According to the 2011 Census, Suhin village had a total population of 408 people, including 191 males and 217 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.44%, with male literacy at 92.17% and female literacy at 81.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 408 | 191 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 153 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 38 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Suhin
Suhin 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 Suhin
Suhin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Suhin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Suhin is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhin 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 Suhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Suhin
Where is Suhin located?
Suhin village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhin is Sidh Chalehar.
What is the pincode of Suhin?
The pincode of Suhin is 177109.
What is the population of Suhin?
Suhin had a total population of 408, including 191 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Suhin?
Suhin had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhin was 86.44%. Male literacy was 92.17% and female literacy was 81.38%.