Sangul - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Sangul is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Sangul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangul is 481521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1687.03 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sangul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sangul
As per Census 2011, Sangul village has a total population of 2,829 people, consisting of 1,524 males and 1,305 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,829 | 1,524 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 270 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 267 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 231 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 726 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 798 | 901 |
Nearby Villages of Sangul
Sangul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarpur | South | 2.70 km |
| Hirapur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Pegyai | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Maniya Barkheda | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Hada | West | 3.80 km |
| Pipariya | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Jirapur | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Jhiri | West | 4.35 km |
| Barkheda Makhu | South | 5.03 km |
| Gadhi | South-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangul
Sangul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 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 Shamshabad to Sangul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Sangul is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangul 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 Sangul
Where is Sangul located?
Sangul village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangul?
Sangul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sangul?
The pincode of Sangul is 464111.
What is the population of Sangul?
Sangul has a total population of 2,829, including 1,524 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Sangul?
There are 590 households in Sangul.
What is the literacy rate in Sangul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangul is 39.94%. Male literacy is 47.64% and female literacy is 30.96%.