Sunthkheda - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Sunthkheda is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Shakkarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunthkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunthkheda is 469748. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.27 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sunthkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunthkheda
As per Census 2011, Sunthkheda village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 54 males and 70 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,296 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunthkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 54 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sunthkheda
Sunthkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunthi | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Kotdimanda | East | 1.63 km |
| Barikheda | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Kachnara | North | 2.41 km |
| Panpur | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Bekheda | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Bhuki Buzurg | South | 3.42 km |
| Khanukheda | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Gariyakheda | West | 3.59 km |
| Khajurimanda | East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunthkheda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sunthkheda. The nearest railway station is Mandasor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| 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 Sitamau to Sunthkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Sunthkheda is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunthkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunthkheda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sunthkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunthkheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sunthkheda
Where is Sunthkheda located?
Sunthkheda village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunthkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunthkheda is Shakkarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Sunthkheda?
The pincode of Sunthkheda is 458558.
What is the population of Sunthkheda?
Sunthkheda has a total population of 124, including 54 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Sunthkheda?
There are 23 households in Sunthkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sunthkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunthkheda is 67.74%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 65.71%.