Sumahi - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Sumahi is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Malauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumahi is 186377. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.67 hectares and falls under the 273413 pincode. Basgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sumahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sumahi
According to the 2011 Census, Sumahi village had a total population of 845 people, including 447 males and 398 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 90.49% and female literacy at 63.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284.
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 | 845 | 447 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 161 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 352 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 95 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Sumahi
Sumahi 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 Sumahi
Public transport in the Sumahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basgaon to Sumahi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sumahi is about 35 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 Sumahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sumahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sumahi
Where is Sumahi located?
Sumahi village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumahi is Malauli.
What is the pincode of Sumahi?
The pincode of Sumahi is 273413.
What is the population of Sumahi?
Sumahi had a total population of 845, including 447 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Sumahi?
Sumahi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumahi was 77.72%. Male literacy was 90.49% and female literacy was 63.40%.