Sukali - Karanja, Washim
Sukali is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Sukali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukali is 530950. The village covers a total geographical area of 757.9 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sukali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukali
As per Census 2011, Sukali village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 737 males and 662 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,124 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 737 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 207 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 625 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 112 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sukali
Sukali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sukali
Public transport in the Sukali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sukali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Sukali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Sukali is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sukali
Where is Sukali located?
Sukali village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukali?
Sukali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukali?
The pincode of Sukali is 444105.
What is the population of Sukali?
Sukali has a total population of 1,399, including 737 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Sukali?
There are 400 households in Sukali.
What is the literacy rate in Sukali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukali is 80.34%. Male literacy is 84.80% and female literacy is 75.38%.