Suslad - Jat, Sangli
Suslad is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Suslad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suslad is 568889. The village covers a total geographical area of 1554 hectares and falls under the 416413 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Suslad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suslad
As per Census 2011, Suslad village has a total population of 2,645 people, consisting of 1,347 males and 1,298 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 1,250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suslad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,645 | 1,347 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 799 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,250 | 548 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Suslad
Suslad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonalagi | North | 4.11 km |
| Balgaon | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Kataral | South | 5.62 km |
| Halli | West | 6.16 km |
| Jigajeevani | South-East | 6.93 km |
| Umadi | North-West | 7.10 km |
| Konkanagaon | North | 7.22 km |
| Jeerankalgi | North-East | 7.81 km |
| Satalagaon[p.b.] | East | 8.20 km |
| Akkalawadi | South | 8.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suslad
Suslad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chorgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 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 Solapur to Suslad is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Suslad is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suslad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suslad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suslad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suslad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suslad
Where is Suslad located?
Suslad village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suslad?
Suslad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suslad?
The pincode of Suslad is 416413.
What is the population of Suslad?
Suslad has a total population of 2,645, including 1,347 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Suslad?
There are 434 households in Suslad.
What is the literacy rate in Suslad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suslad is 52.74%. Male literacy is 59.32% and female literacy is 45.92%.