Sulpur - Baldwara, Mandi
Sulpur is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sulpur Jaboth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulpur is 014082. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.47 hectares and falls under the 175004 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Sulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sulpur village had a total population of 702 people, including 340 males and 362 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.94%, with male literacy at 92.18% and female literacy at 80.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 702 | 340 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 283 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 57 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Sulpur
Sulpur 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 Sulpur
Public transport in the Sulpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sulpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sulpur
Where is Sulpur located?
Sulpur village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulpur is Sulpur Jaboth.
What is the pincode of Sulpur?
The pincode of Sulpur is 175004.
What is the population of Sulpur?
Sulpur had a total population of 702, including 340 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Sulpur?
Sulpur had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulpur was 85.94%. Male literacy was 92.18% and female literacy was 80.29%.