Bansultan - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Bansultan is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from R.s.pura and around 10 km from Jammu. Bansultan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansultan is 006016. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.3 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. Jhammu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bansultan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansultan
As per Census 2011, Bansultan village has a total population of 7,184 people, consisting of 4,342 males and 2,842 females. The village has 1,338 households and a sex ratio of 654 females per 1,000 males. There are 737 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,790 literate and 1,394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,741 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 281 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansultan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bansultan
Bansultan 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 Bansultan
Bansultan 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 Bansultan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhammu to Bansultan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bansultan is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansultan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansultan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bansultan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansultan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bansultan
Where is Bansultan located?
Bansultan village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansultan?
Bansultan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bansultan?
The pincode of Bansultan is 181101.
What is the population of Bansultan?
Bansultan has a total population of 7,184, including 4,342 males and 2,842 females.
How many households are there in Bansultan?
There are 1,338 households in Bansultan.
What is the literacy rate in Bansultan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansultan is 80.60%. Male literacy is 85.91% and female literacy is 72.48%.