Sugna - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Sugna is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bariyo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sugna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugna is 361762. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode. Gobindpur is the nearest town.
Sugna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sugna
According to the 2011 Census, Sugna village had a total population of 586 people, including 309 males and 277 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.76%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 56.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 471.
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 | 586 | 309 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 471 | 245 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 255 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 54 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Sugna
Sugna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Saharjodi | South | 1.29 km |
| Panchrukhi | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Harilatanr | North | 1.93 km |
| Patring | South | 2.02 km |
| Gethibera | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Laherdi | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Dumria Alias Dumriatanr | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Kapli | North | 2.58 km |
| Lachhuaraidih | North-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sugna
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sugna. The nearest railway station is Dokra Halt, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dhanbad to Sugna is about 25 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 Sugna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sugna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sugna
Where is Sugna located?
Sugna village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sugna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sugna is Bariyo.
What is the pincode of Sugna?
The pincode of Sugna is 828109.
What is the population of Sugna?
Sugna had a total population of 586, including 309 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Sugna?
Sugna had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sugna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugna was 73.76%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 56.54%.