Sultanpur - Marheen, Kathua
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Hiranagar and around 35 km from Kathua. Chhan Lal Din serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 002150. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 552 people, including 303 males and 249 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 89.14% and female literacy at 75.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 552 | 303 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 238 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 65 | 76 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hiranagar to Sultanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Sultanpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Chhan Lal Din.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 184148.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 552, including 303 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 83.03%. Male literacy was 89.14% and female literacy was 75.88%.