Sutihar - Chunar, Mirzapur
Sutihar is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Shrutihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutihar is 212815. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.36 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sutihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutihar
As per Census 2011, Sutihar village has a total population of 1,733 people, consisting of 907 males and 826 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutihar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | 907 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 717 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 190 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Sutihar
Sutihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Sutihar | East | 0.86 km |
| Almapur | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Hinauti Mafi | South | 1.10 km |
| Ghurahupur | North | 1.26 km |
| Pathraura | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Nibi | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Pachegara | West | 1.67 km |
| Hazipur | East | 1.70 km |
| Mohamadabad | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Gothaura | South-East | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sutihar
Sutihar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kailahat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Sutihar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Sutihar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sutihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutihar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sutihar
Where is Sutihar located?
Sutihar village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutihar is Shrutihar.
What is the pincode of Sutihar?
The pincode of Sutihar is 231304.
What is the population of Sutihar?
Sutihar has a total population of 1,733, including 907 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Sutihar?
There are 320 households in Sutihar.
What is the literacy rate in Sutihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutihar is 72.07%. Male literacy is 79.05% and female literacy is 64.41%.