Sukri - Chhapara, Seoni
Sukri is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sukri (ghungsa) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukri is 495959. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.18 hectares and falls under the 480887 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sukri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukri
As per Census 2011, Sukri village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 484 males and 495 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 902 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 484 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 89 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 443 | 459 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 250 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 234 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Sukri
Sukri 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 Sukri
Sukri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Sukri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sukri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukri 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 Sukri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sukri
Where is Sukri located?
Sukri village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukri is Sukri (ghungsa).
What is the pincode of Sukri?
The pincode of Sukri is 480887.
What is the population of Sukri?
Sukri has a total population of 979, including 484 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Sukri?
There are 193 households in Sukri.
What is the literacy rate in Sukri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukri is 39.22%. Male literacy is 51.65% and female literacy is 27.07%.