Suthwadia - Petlawad, Jhabua
Suthwadia is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Runji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suthwadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suthwadia is 504264. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.9 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Suthwadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suthwadia
As per Census 2011, Suthwadia village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 298 males and 305 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 600 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suthwadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 298 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 71 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 297 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 211 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Suthwadia
Suthwadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khakharapada | West | 1.50 km |
| Runji | North | 1.51 km |
| Jambupada | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Boriapada | South | 1.90 km |
| Pithapada | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Mandan | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ganga Khedi | West | 3.23 km |
| Jirawalya | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Ghughri | North | 3.82 km |
| Sultanpura | South-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suthwadia
Suthwadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raoti, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Suthwadia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Suthwadia is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suthwadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suthwadia 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 Suthwadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suthwadia 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 Suthwadia
Where is Suthwadia located?
Suthwadia village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suthwadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Suthwadia is Runji.
What is the pincode of Suthwadia?
The pincode of Suthwadia is 457770.
What is the population of Suthwadia?
Suthwadia has a total population of 603, including 298 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Suthwadia?
There are 133 households in Suthwadia.
What is the literacy rate in Suthwadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suthwadia is 29.02%. Male literacy is 29.19% and female literacy is 28.85%.