Sujiya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Sujiya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Sujianya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sujiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sujiya is 056242. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.17 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sujiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sujiya
As per Census 2011, Sujiya village has a total population of 1,463 people, consisting of 721 males and 742 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,011 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sujiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,463 | 721 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,011 | 498 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 516 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 205 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Sujiya
Sujiya 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 Sujiya
Sujiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sujiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Sujiya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sujiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sujiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sujiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sujiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sujiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sujiya
Where is Sujiya located?
Sujiya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sujiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sujiya is Sujianya.
What is the pincode of Sujiya?
The pincode of Sujiya is 262308.
What is the population of Sujiya?
Sujiya has a total population of 1,463, including 721 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Sujiya?
There are 255 households in Sujiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sujiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sujiya is 65.76%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 60.11%.