Sultanabad - Manavadar, Junagadh
Sultanabad is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sultanabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanabad is 514382. The village covers a total geographical area of 984.4 hectares and falls under the 362630 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sultanabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanabad
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanabad village had a total population of 2,003 people, including 1,028 males and 975 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 70.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 2,003 | 1,028 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 848 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 180 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Sultanabad
Sultanabad 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 Sultanabad
Sultanabad 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 Manavadar to Sultanabad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sultanabad is about 40 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 Sultanabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sultanabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sultanabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sultanabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sultanabad
Where is Sultanabad located?
Sultanabad village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanabad?
Sultanabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sultanabad?
The pincode of Sultanabad is 362630.
What is the population of Sultanabad?
Sultanabad had a total population of 2,003, including 1,028 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Sultanabad?
Sultanabad had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanabad was 80.42%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 70.74%.