Surgaon Joshi - Chhaigaon Makhan, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Surgaon Joshi is a village situated in the Chhaigaon Makhan tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Khandwa and around 9 km from Khandwa. Surgaon Joshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgaon Joshi is 505837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034.64 hectares and falls under the 450771 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Surgaon Joshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surgaon Joshi
As per Census 2011, Surgaon Joshi village has a total population of 3,099 people, consisting of 1,599 males and 1,500 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,114 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surgaon Joshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,099 | 1,599 | 1,500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 188 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 383 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,114 | 1,243 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 356 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Surgaon Joshi
Surgaon Joshi 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 Surgaon Joshi
Surgaon Joshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surgaon Joshi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Surgaon Joshi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surgaon Joshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgaon Joshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surgaon Joshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgaon Joshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surgaon Joshi
Where is Surgaon Joshi located?
Surgaon Joshi village is located in Chhaigaon Makhan Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgaon Joshi?
Surgaon Joshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surgaon Joshi?
The pincode of Surgaon Joshi is 450771.
What is the population of Surgaon Joshi?
Surgaon Joshi has a total population of 3,099, including 1,599 males and 1,500 females.
How many households are there in Surgaon Joshi?
There are 590 households in Surgaon Joshi.
What is the literacy rate in Surgaon Joshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgaon Joshi is 68.22%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 58.07%.