Supha - Hussainabad, Palamu
Supha is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hussainabad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Jhargara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supha is 365102. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Supha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Supha
According to the 2011 Census, Supha village had a total population of 781 people, including 402 males and 379 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.17%, with male literacy at 73.25% and female literacy at 37.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 606.
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 | 781 | 402 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 306 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 241 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 161 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Supha
Supha 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 Supha
Supha 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 Supha.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Supha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Supha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Supha
Where is Supha located?
Supha village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Supha?
The Gram Panchayat of Supha is Jhargara.
What is the pincode of Supha?
The pincode of Supha is 822116.
What is the population of Supha?
Supha had a total population of 781, including 402 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Supha?
Supha had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Supha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supha was 56.17%. Male literacy was 73.25% and female literacy was 37.62%.