Sumha - Belthara Road, Ballia
Sumha is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Malera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumha is 197727. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.12 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sumha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumha
According to the 2011 Census, Sumha village had a total population of 518 people, including 255 males and 263 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 64.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 518 | 255 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 180 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 75 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Sumha
Sumha 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 Sumha
Sumha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Sumha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Sumha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Sumha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sumha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumha 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 Sumha
Where is Sumha located?
Sumha village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumha is Malera.
What is the pincode of Sumha?
The pincode of Sumha is 221716.
What is the population of Sumha?
Sumha had a total population of 518, including 255 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Sumha?
Sumha had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumha was 73.53%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 64.16%.