Sumerpur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Sumerpur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Sikari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumerpur is 174900. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.06 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sumerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumerpur
As per Census 2011, Sumerpur village has a total population of 1,323 people, consisting of 701 males and 622 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumerpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 701 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 115 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 459 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 242 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Sumerpur
Sumerpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Sikari | West | 1.50 km |
| Kauraha Jagdishpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Chauri | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Kapoorpur | East | 2.07 km |
| Haldhar Mau | East | 2.08 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Kasturi | West | 2.63 km |
| Bataura Lohangi | South | 2.70 km |
| Bataura Bakhtawar Singh | South-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sumerpur
Sumerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colonelganj to Sumerpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Sumerpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sumerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumerpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sumerpur
Where is Sumerpur located?
Sumerpur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumerpur is Sikari.
What is the pincode of Sumerpur?
The pincode of Sumerpur is 271502.
What is the population of Sumerpur?
Sumerpur has a total population of 1,323, including 701 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Sumerpur?
There are 202 households in Sumerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sumerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumerpur is 55.56%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 44.37%.