Sumerpur - Sironj, Vidisha
Sumerpur is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Karaikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumerpur is 480678. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.18 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sumerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sumerpur village had a total population of 373 people, including 190 males and 183 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.26%, with male literacy at 50.32% and female literacy at 41.61%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 190 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 111 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sumerpur
Sumerpur 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 Sumerpur
Sumerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Sumerpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Sumerpur is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumerpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sumerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sumerpur
Where is Sumerpur located?
Sumerpur village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sumerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumerpur is Karaikheda.
What is the pincode of Sumerpur?
The pincode of Sumerpur is 464114.
What is the population of Sumerpur?
Sumerpur had a total population of 373, including 190 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Sumerpur?
Sumerpur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumerpur was 46.26%. Male literacy was 50.32% and female literacy was 41.61%.