Sumawali - Joura, Morena
Sumawali is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Sumaoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumawali is 452394. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Morena is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sumawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumawali
As per Census 2011, Sumawali village has a total population of 6,588 people, consisting of 3,543 males and 3,045 females. The village has 1,253 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 984 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,957 literate and 2,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 927 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,588 | 3,543 | 3,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 984 | 535 | 449 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 505 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 3,957 | 2,463 | 1,494 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,631 | 1,080 | 1,551 |
Nearby Villages of Sumawali
Sumawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpura | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Dulheni | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Kiratpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Malikpur | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Bajhera | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Anipur | South | 2.83 km |
| Nitahara | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Nurpur | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Badona | West | 2.91 km |
| Shahadpur | North-West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sumawali
Sumawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sumaoli, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morena to Sumawali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumawali 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 Sumawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumawali 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sumawali
Where is Sumawali located?
Sumawali village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumawali is Sumaoli.
What is the pincode of Sumawali?
The pincode of Sumawali is 476221.
What is the population of Sumawali?
Sumawali has a total population of 6,588, including 3,543 males and 3,045 females.
How many households are there in Sumawali?
There are 1,253 households in Sumawali.
What is the literacy rate in Sumawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumawali is 60.06%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 49.06%.