Sulgaon - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sulgaon is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sulgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulgaon is 476640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1787.69 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Badwah 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 1,451 people, consisting of 748 males and 703 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 970 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,451 | 748 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 146 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 970 | 492 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 429 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 319 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Sulgaon
Sulgaon 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 Sulgaon
Public transport in the Sulgaon is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sulgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barwaha to Sulgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sulgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Sulgaon
Where is Sulgaon located?
Sulgaon village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West 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 451447.
What is the population of Sulgaon?
Sulgaon has a total population of 1,451, including 748 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Sulgaon?
There are 298 households in Sulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulgaon is 45.62%. Male literacy is 57.35% and female literacy is 33.14%.