Sudwas - Badod, Agar-Malwa
Sudwas is a village situated in the Badod tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Badod and around 105 km from Shajapur. Sudwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sudwas is 472485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095.61 hectares and falls under the 465550 pincode. Badod is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sudwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sudwas
As per Census 2011, Sudwas village has a total population of 2,988 people, consisting of 1,532 males and 1,456 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 1,352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sudwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,988 | 1,532 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 220 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 469 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 1,013 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 519 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Sudwas
Sudwas 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 Sudwas
Sudwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badod to Sudwas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Sudwas is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sudwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sudwas 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 Sudwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sudwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sudwas
Where is Sudwas located?
Sudwas village is located in Badod Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sudwas?
Sudwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sudwas?
The pincode of Sudwas is 465550.
What is the population of Sudwas?
Sudwas has a total population of 2,988, including 1,532 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Sudwas?
There are 596 households in Sudwas.
What is the literacy rate in Sudwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sudwas is 54.75%. Male literacy is 66.12% and female literacy is 42.79%.