Sultanpur - Sonepur, Saran
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Kharika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 234544. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 841101 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 958 people, including 502 males and 456 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.56%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 58.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 502 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 296 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 206 | 240 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sultanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonepur to Sultanpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sultanpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Kharika.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 841101.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 958, including 502 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 65.56%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 58.70%.