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
As per Census 2011, Sumha village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 255 males and 263 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 255 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 518, including 255 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Sumha?
There are 75 households in Sumha.
What is the literacy rate in Sumha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumha is 62.74%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 55.13%.