Dhanauti Sultanpur - Dariapur, Saran
Dhanauti Sultanpur is a village situated in the Dariapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dariapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Fatehpur Chain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanauti Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanauti Sultanpur is 234145. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 841217 pincode. Dighwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanauti Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanauti Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Dhanauti Sultanpur village has a total population of 4,526 people, consisting of 2,302 males and 2,224 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,398 literate and 2,128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanauti Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,526 | 2,302 | 2,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 428 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,526 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,128 | 776 | 1,352 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanauti Sultanpur
Dhanauti Sultanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur Chain | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Sitalpur Chak Mahartha | East | 1.63 km |
| Khajauta | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Sakhnauli | South | 1.88 km |
| Mujauna Mahartha | East | 1.96 km |
| Purnadih | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Pitu Chak | East | 2.13 km |
| Khanpur | South | 2.18 km |
| Bisamharpur | North | 2.22 km |
| Chak Akbarpur | East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanauti Sultanpur
Dhanauti Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Awatar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dighwara to Dhanauti Sultanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Dhanauti Sultanpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanauti Sultanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanauti Sultanpur 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 Dhanauti 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 Dhanauti Sultanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanauti Sultanpur
Where is Dhanauti Sultanpur located?
Dhanauti Sultanpur village is located in Dariapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanauti Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanauti Sultanpur is Fatehpur Chain.
What is the pincode of Dhanauti Sultanpur?
The pincode of Dhanauti Sultanpur is 841217.
What is the population of Dhanauti Sultanpur?
Dhanauti Sultanpur has a total population of 4,526, including 2,302 males and 2,224 females.
How many households are there in Dhanauti Sultanpur?
There are 616 households in Dhanauti Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanauti Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanauti Sultanpur is 52.98%. Male literacy is 66.29% and female literacy is 39.21%.