Sulgaon - Niwali, Barwani
Sulgaon is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Sulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulgaon is 478508. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.24 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulgaon
As per Census 2011, Sulgaon village has a total population of 1,955 people, consisting of 978 males and 977 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 1,442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,869 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,955 | 978 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 233 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,869 | 933 | 936 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 276 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,442 | 702 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Sulgaon
Sulgaon 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 Sulgaon
Sulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sendhwa to Sulgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Sulgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulgaon 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sulgaon
Where is Sulgaon located?
Sulgaon village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulgaon?
Sulgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sulgaon?
The pincode of Sulgaon is 451447.
What is the population of Sulgaon?
Sulgaon has a total population of 1,955, including 978 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Sulgaon?
There are 295 households in Sulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulgaon is 26.24%. Male literacy is 28.22% and female literacy is 24.26%.