Sulkud
Sulkud is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Sulkud village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sulkud unique in its vibrant Kagal-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Sulkud’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 Sulkud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sulkud is 567668. The village spans a total geographical area of 833 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416216. Kolhapur is nearest town to Sulkud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Sulkud
Population of Sulkud
According to the 2011 Census, Sulkud has a total population of about 5,636, with approximately 2,941 males and 2,695 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 528 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 957 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.98%, with male literacy at about 80.01% and female literacy near 65.31%. There are around 1,193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sulkud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,636 | 2,941 | 2,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 294 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 498 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,113 | 2,353 | 1,760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 588 | 935 |
Connectivity of Sulkud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sulkud. As per the 2011 stats, Sulkud had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sulkud
Knowing the nearby villages of Sulkud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sulkud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sulkud
- Where is Sulkud located?
- Sulkud village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sulkud?
- Sulkud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sulkud?
- The pincode of Sulkud is 416216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sulkud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sulkud is 5,636, with 2,941 males and 2,695 females.
- How many households are there in Sulkud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sulkud village has a total of 1,193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sulkud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sulkud is 72.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.01%, while the female literacy rate is 65.31%.