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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Supha
As per Census 2011, Supha village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 402 males and 379 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 402 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 306 | 300 |
| 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 has a total population of 781, including 402 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Supha?
There are 126 households in Supha.
What is the literacy rate in Supha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supha is 45.45%. Male literacy is 59.95% and female literacy is 30.08%.