Sumti - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Sumti is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sumti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumti is 050598. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.77 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sumti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumti
As per Census 2011, Sumti village has a total population of 511 people, consisting of 256 males and 255 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 256 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 172 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 84 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sumti
Sumti 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 Sumti
Sumti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Sumti is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumti
Where is Sumti located?
Sumti village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumti?
Sumti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sumti?
The pincode of Sumti is 263642.
What is the population of Sumti?
Sumti has a total population of 511, including 256 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Sumti?
There are 96 households in Sumti.
What is the literacy rate in Sumti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumti is 55.58%. Male literacy is 67.19% and female literacy is 43.92%.