Sukhwadi
Sukhwadi is a village located in Palus tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Palus (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Sukhwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Sukhwadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sukhwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sukhwadi is 568439. The village spans a total geographical area of 258 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Sukhwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sukhwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sukhwadi
Population of Sukhwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Sukhwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 670 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 89 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 941 | 515 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 155 | 161 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sukhwadi village:
- The total population of Sukhwadi village is around 1,257, including approximately 670 males and 587 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Sukhwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sukhwadi village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sukhwadi village is about 74.86%, with male literacy at 76.87% and female literacy at 72.57%.
- There are around 271 households in Sukhwadi village.
Connectivity of Sukhwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sukhwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sukhwadi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sukhwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sukhwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sukhwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sukhwadi
- Where is Sukhwadi located?
- Sukhwadi village is situated in Palus Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sukhwadi?
- Sukhwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sukhwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sukhwadi is 1,257, with 670 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Sukhwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sukhwadi village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sukhwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sukhwadi is 74.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.87%, while the female literacy rate is 72.57%.