Sultanpur - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Danta and around 63 km from Palanpur. Khandhor Umbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 507879. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.51 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 739 people, including 368 males and 371 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.81%, with male literacy at 67.46% and female literacy at 41.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 739.
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 | 739 | 368 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 73 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 368 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 199 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 169 | 251 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Sultanpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sultanpur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Khandhor Umbari.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 385110.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 739, including 368 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 54.81%. Male literacy was 67.46% and female literacy was 41.81%.