Bansultan
Bansultan is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pura (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bansultan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bansultan unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Bansultan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bansultan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bansultan is 006016. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181101. Jhammu is nearest town to Bansultan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bansultan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bansultan
Population of Bansultan
According to the 2011 Census, Bansultan has a total population of about 7,184, with approximately 4,342 males and 2,842 females. The sex ratio is around 654 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 737 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,741 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 281. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.60%, with male literacy at about 85.91% and female literacy near 72.48%. There are around 1,338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bansultan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,184 | 4,342 | 2,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 405 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,741 | 904 | 837 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 245 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 5,790 | 3,730 | 2,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,394 | 612 | 782 |
Connectivity of Bansultan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bansultan. As per the 2011 stats, Bansultan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bansultan
Knowing the nearby villages of Bansultan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bansultan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bansultan
- Where is Bansultan located?
- Bansultan village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bansultan?
- Bansultan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bansultan?
- The pincode of Bansultan is 181101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bansultan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bansultan is 7,184, with 4,342 males and 2,842 females.
- How many households are there in Bansultan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bansultan village has a total of 1,338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bansultan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bansultan is 80.60%. The male literacy rate is 85.91%, while the female literacy rate is 72.48%.