Sultanpur - Hajipur, Vaishali
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Hajipur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Hajipur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 235730. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 844102 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 3,692 people, consisting of 1,958 males and 1,734 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 655 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,901 literate and 1,791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,725 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,692 | 1,958 | 1,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 338 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,725 | 913 | 812 |
| Literate Population | 1,901 | 1,135 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,791 | 823 | 968 |
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. Sultanpur has a railway station.
| 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 Hajipur to Sultanpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Hajipur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 844102.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 3,692, including 1,958 males and 1,734 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 603 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 51.49%. Male literacy is 57.97% and female literacy is 44.18%.