Sutarkhede - Chandvad, Nashik
Sutarkhede is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sutarkhede village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sutarkhede is 550476. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sutarkhede village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sutarkhede
As per Census 2011, Sutarkhede village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 840 males and 789 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,154 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sutarkhede are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 840 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 120 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 653 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 187 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Sutarkhede
Sutarkhede 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harnul | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Kalamdare | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Dugaon | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Harsul | South | 3.09 km |
| Uswad | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Ahirkhede | South | 4.47 km |
| Kokankhede | East | 4.52 km |
| Rahod | North | 4.60 km |
| Patharshembe | South-West | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sutarkhede
Public transport in the Sutarkhede is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Sutarkhede is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sutarkhede is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sutarkhede
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sutarkhede village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sutarkhede
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sutarkhede 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 Sutarkhede
Where is Sutarkhede located?
Sutarkhede village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sutarkhede?
Sutarkhede is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sutarkhede?
The pincode of Sutarkhede is 423104.
What is the population of Sutarkhede?
Sutarkhede has a total population of 1,629, including 840 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Sutarkhede?
There are 292 households in Sutarkhede.
What is the literacy rate in Sutarkhede?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sutarkhede is 70.84%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 63.50%.