Sultanpur - Bishnah, Jammu
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Sehora B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 005950. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 545 people, including 299 males and 246 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 823 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.72%, with male literacy at 94.76% and female literacy at 77.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 545 | 299 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 253 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 46 | 68 |
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
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sultanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Sultanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sultanpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Sehora B.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 181132.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 545, including 299 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 86.72%. Male literacy was 94.76% and female literacy was 77.39%.