Suwa
About Suwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Suwa village is 049118. Suwa village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 142km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Suwa village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 328.47 hectares. Suwa has a total population of 637 peoples, out of which male population is 309 while female population is 328. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1061 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of suwa village is 58.40% out of which 70.55% males and 46.95% females are literate. There are about 132 houses in suwa village. Pincode of suwa village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Suwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Suwa village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to suwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Suwa
The population details of Suwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 309 | 328 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 218 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 91 | 174 |
Connectivity of Suwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Suwa
Where is Suwa located?
Suwa village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suwa?
Suwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Suwa?
The pincode of Suwa is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Suwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Suwa is 637, with 309 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Suwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Suwa village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Suwa is 58.40%. The male literacy rate is 70.55%, while the female literacy rate is 46.95%.