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
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 2,801 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,343 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,788 literate and 1,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 629 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 581 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,801, including 1,458 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 548 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 63.83%. Male literacy is 74.21% and female literacy is 52.57%.