Sultanpur - Ambegaon, Pune
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Eklahare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 555514. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 357 people, including 184 males and 173 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.07%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 357 | 184 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 144 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eklahare | East | 1.82 km |
| Vadgaon Kashimbeg | West | 2.19 km |
| Takewadi | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Mordewadi | South | 2.54 km |
| Chandoli Kh. | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Nandur | North | 4.28 km |
| Kalamb | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Walunjwadi | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Chandoli Bk. | East | 5.32 km |
| Awasari Kh | South-East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Sultanpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Sultanpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Eklahare.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 410503.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 357, including 184 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 83.07%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 75.82%.