Sumia - Bhanpur, Basti
Sumia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Thumahawa Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumia is 178549. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.07 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode.
Sumia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumia
According to the 2011 Census, Sumia village had a total population of 560 people, including 295 males and 265 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.56%, with male literacy at 56.57% and female literacy at 24.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 560 | 295 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 36 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 142 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 153 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Sumia
Sumia 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 Sumia
Sumia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Sumia is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sumia
Where is Sumia located?
Sumia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumia is Thumahawa Pandey.
What is the pincode of Sumia?
The pincode of Sumia is 272151.
What is the population of Sumia?
Sumia had a total population of 560, including 295 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Sumia?
Sumia had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumia was 41.56%. Male literacy was 56.57% and female literacy was 24.66%.