Sultanpur - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 506119. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.13 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Pandhana 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 Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 2,801 people, including 1,458 males and 1,343 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.44%, with male literacy at 86.28% and female literacy at 61.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 629, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 2,801 | 1,458 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 204 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 328 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 300 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 1,082 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 376 | 637 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Sultanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Sultanpur is about 24 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 450661.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 2,801, including 1,458 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 74.44%. Male literacy was 86.28% and female literacy was 61.50%.