Sumela
Sumela is a village located in Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Badarwas (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Sumela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sumela unique in its vibrant Badarwas-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Sumela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sumela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sumela is 455979. The village spans a total geographical area of 1033 hectares. Badarwas is nearest town to Sumela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Sumela
Population of Sumela
According to the 2011 Census, Sumela has a total population of about 1,550, with approximately 812 males and 738 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 470 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.45%, with male literacy at about 67.00% and female literacy near 44.85%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sumela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 812 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 135 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 246 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 544 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 268 | 407 |
Connectivity of Sumela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sumela. As per the 2011 stats, Sumela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sumela
Knowing the nearby villages of Sumela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sumela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sumela
- Where is Sumela located?
- Sumela village is situated in Badarwas Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sumela?
- Sumela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sumela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sumela is 1,550, with 812 males and 738 females.
- How many households are there in Sumela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sumela village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sumela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sumela is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.00%, while the female literacy rate is 44.85%.