Sukanda
Sukanda is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Sukanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sukanda unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Washim region. You’ll see Sukanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sukanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sukanda is 530606. The village spans a total geographical area of 1093 hectares. Washim is nearest town to Sukanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sukanda
Population of Sukanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sukanda has a total population of about 1,873, with approximately 971 males and 902 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 528 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.12%, with male literacy at about 78.89% and female literacy near 62.75%. There are around 465 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sukanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,873 | 971 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 127 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 277 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 766 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 205 | 336 |
Connectivity of Sukanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sukanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sukanda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sukanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sukanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sukanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sukanda
- Where is Sukanda located?
- Sukanda village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sukanda?
- Sukanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sukanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sukanda is 1,873, with 971 males and 902 females.
- How many households are there in Sukanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sukanda village has a total of 465 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sukanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sukanda is 71.12%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 62.75%.