Sulgawn - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sulgawn is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sulgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulgawn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulgawn is 477000. The village covers a total geographical area of 667.66 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sulgawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sulgawn
According to the 2011 Census, Sulgawn village had a total population of 3,534 people, including 1,844 males and 1,690 females, living in 693 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.02%, with male literacy at 76.91% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 223.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,534 | 1,844 | 1,690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 285 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 309 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 117 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 2,110 | 1,199 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,424 | 645 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Sulgawn
Sulgawn 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 Sulgawn
Sulgawn is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mandleshwar to Sulgawn is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sulgawn is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulgawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulgawn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sulgawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulgawn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sulgawn
Where is Sulgawn located?
Sulgawn village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sulgawn?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulgawn is Sulgaon.
What is the pincode of Sulgawn?
The pincode of Sulgawn is 451221.
What is the population of Sulgawn?
Sulgawn had a total population of 3,534, including 1,844 males and 1,690 females.
How many households are there in Sulgawn?
Sulgawn had 693 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulgawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulgawn was 69.02%. Male literacy was 76.91% and female literacy was 60.81%.