Sultanpur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 525498. The village covers a total geographical area of 1086.35 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Shahade 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 Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 3,430 people, consisting of 1,771 males and 1,659 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,904 literate and 1,526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,857 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,430 | 1,771 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 231 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,857 | 1,470 | 1,387 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,149 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,526 | 622 | 904 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raikhed | East | 2.51 km |
| Sulwade | West | 2.54 km |
| Javkheda | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Mubarakpur | North | 2.80 km |
| Bhagapur | South | 2.91 km |
| Bramhanpuri | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Bahirpur | North | 3.74 km |
| Kheddigar | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Talavadi | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Adgaon | North | 4.09 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 Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahade to Sultanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Sultanpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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 Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar 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 425409.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 3,430, including 1,771 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 622 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 55.51%. Male literacy is 64.88% and female literacy is 45.51%.