Sumerpur - Gairsain, Chamoli
Sumerpur is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sumerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumerpur is 041948. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.31 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Sumerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sumerpur village had a total population of 193 people, including 85 males and 108 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 193 | 85 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 20 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Sumerpur
Sumerpur 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 Sumerpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sumerpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sumerpur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sumerpur is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Sumerpur
Where is Sumerpur located?
Sumerpur village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sumerpur?
Sumerpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sumerpur?
The pincode of Sumerpur is 246428.
What is the population of Sumerpur?
Sumerpur had a total population of 193, including 85 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Sumerpur?
Sumerpur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumerpur was 79.41%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 73.68%.