Sultanpur - Raybag, Belagavi
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Raybag taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Raibag and around 135 km from Belgaum. Kappalgudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 597411. The village covers a total geographical area of 861.33 hectares and falls under the 591235 pincode. Mahalingpur is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Kudachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 2,246 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 1,122 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 1,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,246 | 1,124 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 208 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 642 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,123 | 482 | 641 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handigund | East | 2.99 km |
| Palbhavi | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kappalguddi | South | 3.29 km |
| Marakudi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kaltippi | North | 3.92 km |
| Golbhavi | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Saidapur | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Bisanal | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Hallur | South-West | 5.88 km |
| Kesrakoppa | East | 6.50 km |
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 Raybag, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahalingpur to Sultanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Sultanpur is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Raybag Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Kappalgudi.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 591235.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 2,246, including 1,124 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 471 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 50.00%. Male literacy is 57.12% and female literacy is 42.87%.