Sultanpur - Devipur, Deoghar
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Ramudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 354419. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.54 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 177 people, including 89 males and 88 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 54.69%.
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 | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 66 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 23 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sultanpur
Sultanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramsagar | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Rampur | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Mathura Pokhar | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Jigrachurat | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Gamardiha | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Sankarpur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Gidhaya | South | 1.57 km |
| Ramudih | North | 1.69 km |
| Utimpur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Kharik | East | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Public transport in the Sultanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Sultanpur 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Ramudih.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 814120.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 177, including 89 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 72.66%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 54.69%.