Sulgaon - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sulgaon is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Sulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulgaon is 505962. The village covers a total geographical area of 1007.93 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulgaon
As per Census 2011, Sulgaon village has a total population of 4,027 people, consisting of 2,048 males and 1,979 females. The village has 823 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,332 literate and 1,695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,063 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,027 | 2,048 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 280 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,063 | 532 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 251 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 2,332 | 1,403 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,695 | 645 | 1,050 |
Nearby Villages of Sulgaon
Sulgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghosali | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Gabalpura | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Ratanpura | South | 2.75 km |
| Ghosla | West | 3.04 km |
| Bawani | West | 3.66 km |
| Juna Pani | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Khangwara | North | 4.56 km |
| Maslai | East | 4.59 km |
| Baswan | West | 4.92 km |
| Pipalya (sailani) | North-East | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulgaon
Sulgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimar Kheri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Sulgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Sulgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sulgaon
Where is Sulgaon located?
Sulgaon village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) 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 450551.
What is the population of Sulgaon?
Sulgaon has a total population of 4,027, including 2,048 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Sulgaon?
There are 823 households in Sulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulgaon is 57.91%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 46.94%.