Sultanpur - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 512015. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.31 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 790 people, including 393 males and 397 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.36%, with male literacy at 78.65% and female literacy at 55.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 790 | 393 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 269 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 124 | 210 |
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
Public transport in the Sultanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrangadhra to Sultanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Sultanpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar 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 363310.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 790, including 393 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 67.36%. Male literacy was 78.65% and female literacy was 55.82%.