Suktale - Surgana, Nashik
Suktale is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Jahule serves as the Village Panchayat for Suktale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suktale is 549777. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.83 hectares and falls under the 422007 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Suktale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suktale
According to the 2011 Census, Suktale village had a total population of 481 people, including 237 males and 244 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 90.05% and female literacy at 75.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 481 | 237 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 237 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 172 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 65 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Suktale
Suktale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tapupada | East | 1.06 km |
| Ambepada | North | 1.21 km |
| Hemadpada | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Jahule | West | 2.13 km |
| Mastemani | East | 2.23 km |
| Haste | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Pahuchibari | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Gandole | South | 2.70 km |
| Jambhulpada | North | 3.04 km |
| Wirmal | South | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suktale
Suktale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Suktale is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suktale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suktale 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suktale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suktale 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suktale
Where is Suktale located?
Suktale village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Suktale?
The Village Panchayat of Suktale is Jahule.
What is the pincode of Suktale?
The pincode of Suktale is 422007.
What is the population of Suktale?
Suktale had a total population of 481, including 237 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Suktale?
Suktale had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suktale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suktale was 82.29%. Male literacy was 90.05% and female literacy was 75.24%.