Suhanda - Ghagwal, Samba
Suhanda is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Samba and around 12 km from Samba. Jatwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhanda is 006610. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Suhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhanda
As per Census 2011, Suhanda village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 131 males and 96 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 732 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 131 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 59 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 83 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Suhanda
Suhanda 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 Suhanda
Suhanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Suhanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Suhanda is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suhanda
Where is Suhanda located?
Suhanda village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhanda is Jatwal.
What is the pincode of Suhanda?
The pincode of Suhanda is 184141.
What is the population of Suhanda?
Suhanda has a total population of 227, including 131 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Suhanda?
There are 38 households in Suhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Suhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhanda is 57.71%. Male literacy is 63.36% and female literacy is 50.00%.