Suhiya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Suhiya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Siswa Buzurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhiya is 177731. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.95 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode.
Suhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Suhiya village had a total population of 156 people, including 84 males and 72 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.51%, with male literacy at 44.93% and female literacy at 26.32%.
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 | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 53 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Suhiya
Suhiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakraila | North | 0.84 km |
| Magua | North-West | 0.85 km |
| Ranijot | South | 0.89 km |
| Salwanjot | East | 0.97 km |
| Virwapur | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Gaura | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Kevtali | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Belghatiya | South | 1.69 km |
| Rasulpur | North | 1.94 km |
| Siswa Bujurg | North-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suhiya
Suhiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barhni, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Suhiya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhiya 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 Suhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhiya 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 Suhiya
Where is Suhiya located?
Suhiya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Suhiya is Siswa Buzurg.
What is the pincode of Suhiya?
The pincode of Suhiya is 272192.
What is the population of Suhiya?
Suhiya had a total population of 156, including 84 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Suhiya?
Suhiya had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhiya was 36.51%. Male literacy was 44.93% and female literacy was 26.32%.