Sunpura Muhal - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Sunpura Muhal is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Surel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunpura Muhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunpura Muhal is 500273. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.2 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sunpura Muhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunpura Muhal
As per Census 2011, Sunpura Muhal village has a total population of 675 people, consisting of 338 males and 337 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunpura Muhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 338 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 194 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 144 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Sunpura Muhal
Sunpura Muhal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyama Tori | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Rampur Muhal | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Sangampur | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Pachampur | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Path Kheda | South | 3.99 km |
| Dhyanpur (imanpur) | West | 4.00 km |
| Karondi | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Shankarpur | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Surel | East | 4.76 km |
| Baybeni | South-West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunpura Muhal
Sunpura Muhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rahatwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 136.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Sunpura Muhal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunpura Muhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunpura Muhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sunpura Muhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunpura Muhal 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 Sunpura Muhal
Where is Sunpura Muhal located?
Sunpura Muhal village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunpura Muhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunpura Muhal is Surel.
What is the pincode of Sunpura Muhal?
The pincode of Sunpura Muhal is 473446.
What is the population of Sunpura Muhal?
Sunpura Muhal has a total population of 675, including 338 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sunpura Muhal?
There are 141 households in Sunpura Muhal.
What is the literacy rate in Sunpura Muhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunpura Muhal is 48.89%. Male literacy is 57.40% and female literacy is 40.36%.