Sultanpur - Sabour, Bhagalpur
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Sabour subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabour and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Khankitta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 239395. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.13 hectares and falls under the 813210 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 3,755 people, consisting of 1,992 males and 1,763 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 782 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,038 literate and 1,717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,755 | 1,992 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 782 | 400 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,440 | 771 | 669 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,038 | 1,223 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,717 | 769 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Sultanpur
Sultanpur 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 Sultanpur
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Sultanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Sultanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sultanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sultanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sultanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sultanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Sabour Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Khankitta.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 813210.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 3,755, including 1,992 males and 1,763 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 683 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 54.27%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 46.23%.