Sultanpur - Lonar, Buldhana
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Lonar and around 60 km from Buldana. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 529536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1708.8 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 8,688 people, consisting of 4,484 males and 4,204 females. The village has 1,889 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,128 literate and 2,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,688 | 4,484 | 4,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,239 | 656 | 583 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,121 | 565 | 556 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 6,128 | 3,433 | 2,695 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,560 | 1,051 | 1,509 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadulgavhan | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Bhanapur | West | 2.77 km |
| Yesapur | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Pardi Pr.lonar | South | 3.52 km |
| Borkhedi | East | 3.56 km |
| Ganpur | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Banda | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Chincholi Bore | North | 3.92 km |
| Pardi Pr.mehkar | South | 4.16 km |
| Rajni | West | 4.31 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 Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| 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 Lonar to Sultanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Sultanpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, 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 443302.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 8,688, including 4,484 males and 4,204 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 1,889 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 70.53%. Male literacy is 76.56% and female literacy is 64.11%.