Sutia - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Sutia is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 73.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutia is 316069. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.03 hectares and falls under the 731238 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sutia
According to the 2011 Census, Sutia village had a total population of 622 people, including 338 males and 284 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.69%, with male literacy at 71.62% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 434, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 622 | 338 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 241 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 212 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 126 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Sutia
Sutia 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 Sutia
Public transport in the Sutia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sutia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Sutia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sutia is about 73.6 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 Sutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutia 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 Sutia
Where is Sutia located?
Sutia village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sutia is Chatra.
What is the pincode of Sutia?
The pincode of Sutia is 731238.
What is the population of Sutia?
Sutia had a total population of 622, including 338 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Sutia?
Sutia had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutia was 62.69%. Male literacy was 71.62% and female literacy was 51.67%.