Sundarpur - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Sundarpur is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Vijaygadmurmiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sundarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundarpur is 473328. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.85 hectares and falls under the 455116 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sundarpur
As per Census 2011, Sundarpur village has a total population of 257 people, consisting of 129 males and 128 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 129 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 47 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Sundarpur
Sundarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vijayagharmurmya | West | 1.32 km |
| Khindrakhedi | East | 1.43 km |
| Raypur | North | 1.99 km |
| Chobaradhira | South | 2.74 km |
| Janoli Khurd | West | 3.13 km |
| Jiyajigarh | East | 3.49 km |
| Khedirajpura | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Mohammadkheda | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Bhutiya Bujurg | North | 4.03 km |
| Chhayanhajjam | North | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundarpur
Sundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pir Umrod, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 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 Tonk Khurd to Sundarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Sundarpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundarpur 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 Sundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sundarpur
Where is Sundarpur located?
Sundarpur village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sundarpur is Vijaygadmurmiya.
What is the pincode of Sundarpur?
The pincode of Sundarpur is 455116.
What is the population of Sundarpur?
Sundarpur has a total population of 257, including 129 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sundarpur?
There are 60 households in Sundarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundarpur is 55.64%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 47.66%.