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
As per Census 2011, Sultanabad village has a total population of 2,003 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 975 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanabad are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,003, including 1,028 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Sultanabad?
There are 504 households in Sultanabad.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanabad is 73.84%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 64.72%.