Suwa - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Suwa is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Suwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwa is 049118. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.47 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Suwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suwa
According to the 2011 Census, Suwa village had a total population of 637 people, including 309 males and 328 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 86.17% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 637 | 309 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 218 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 91 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Suwa
Suwa 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 Suwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Suwa.
| 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 Dharchula to Suwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Suwa is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwa 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 Suwa
Where is Suwa located?
Suwa village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suwa?
Suwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suwa?
The pincode of Suwa is 262545.
What is the population of Suwa?
Suwa had a total population of 637, including 309 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Suwa?
Suwa had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwa was 71.26%. Male literacy was 86.17% and female literacy was 57.25%.