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
According to the 2011 Census, Suhanda village had a total population of 227 people, including 131 males and 96 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 76.85% and female literacy at 55.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 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 had a total population of 227, including 131 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Suhanda?
Suhanda had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhanda was 67.53%. Male literacy was 76.85% and female literacy was 55.81%.