Sukwa - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sukwa is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Indhawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukwa is 506076. The village falls under the 450001 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Sukwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukwa
As per Census 2011, Sukwa village has a total population of 374 people, consisting of 192 males and 182 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 179 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 71 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 121 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Sukwa
Sukwa 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 Sukwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sukwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khandwa to Sukwa is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukwa 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 Sukwa
Where is Sukwa located?
Sukwa village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukwa is Indhawadi.
What is the pincode of Sukwa?
The pincode of Sukwa is 450001.
What is the population of Sukwa?
Sukwa has a total population of 374, including 192 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Sukwa?
There are 70 households in Sukwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sukwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukwa is 26.20%. Male literacy is 36.98% and female literacy is 14.84%.