Sukheda - Piploda, Ratlam
Sukheda is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sukheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukheda is 470019. The village covers a total geographical area of 2041.12 hectares and falls under the 457333 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sukheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukheda
As per Census 2011, Sukheda village has a total population of 6,485 people, consisting of 3,258 males and 3,227 females. The village has 1,419 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 892 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,898 literate and 2,587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,485 | 3,258 | 3,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 892 | 463 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,201 | 579 | 622 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 3,898 | 2,376 | 1,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,587 | 882 | 1,705 |
Nearby Villages of Sukheda
Sukheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kabul Khedi | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Ramgarh | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Pipliya | East | 2.00 km |
| Dhaturiya | North | 2.27 km |
| Mau Khedi | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Banikhedi | South | 3.20 km |
| Bhakar Khedi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Dhamedi | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Kesharpura | West | 3.62 km |
| Kheda(piploda) | North | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukheda
Sukheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Piploda to Sukheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Sukheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukheda 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 Sukheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukheda 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 Sukheda
Where is Sukheda located?
Sukheda village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukheda?
Sukheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukheda?
The pincode of Sukheda is 457333.
What is the population of Sukheda?
Sukheda has a total population of 6,485, including 3,258 males and 3,227 females.
How many households are there in Sukheda?
There are 1,419 households in Sukheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukheda is 60.11%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 47.16%.