Subhai - Joshimath, Chamoli
Subhai is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Subhai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Subhai is 040884. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.23 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Subhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Subhai
As per Census 2011, Subhai village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 295 males and 274 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Subhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 295 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 231 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 64 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Subhai
Subhai 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 Subhai
Subhai 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 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 Joshimath to Subhai is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Subhai is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Subhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Subhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Subhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Subhai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Subhai
Where is Subhai located?
Subhai village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Subhai?
Subhai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Subhai?
The pincode of Subhai is 246443.
What is the population of Subhai?
Subhai has a total population of 569, including 295 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Subhai?
There are 126 households in Subhai.
What is the literacy rate in Subhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Subhai is 74.17%. Male literacy is 78.31% and female literacy is 69.71%.