Sultanpur - Una, Gir Somnath
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Una and around 185 km from Junagadh. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 515330. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.71 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 659 people, including 322 males and 337 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 659 | 322 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 253 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 69 | 135 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Una to Sultanpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sultanpur is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 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 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, 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 362550.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 659, including 322 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 77.25%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 66.67%.