Sumita - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Sumita is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ektai serves as the Village Panchayat for Sumita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumita is 531610. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Sumita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumita
According to the 2011 Census, Sumita village had a total population of 447 people, including 226 males and 221 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 58.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 445.
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 | 447 | 226 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 225 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 140 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 86 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Sumita
Sumita 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 Sumita
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sumita.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhaisdahi to Sumita is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Sumita is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumita 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumita
Where is Sumita located?
Sumita village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sumita?
The Village Panchayat of Sumita is Ektai.
What is the pincode of Sumita?
The pincode of Sumita is 444807.
What is the population of Sumita?
Sumita had a total population of 447, including 226 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sumita?
Sumita had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumita was 66.32%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 58.64%.