Sultanpur - Wai, Satara
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 563092. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 664 males and 564 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 664 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 566 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 98 | 130 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wai (rural) | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Khanapur | East | 2.30 km |
| Songirwadi | West | 2.85 km |
| Shendurjane | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Pande | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Shelarwadi | North | 4.03 km |
| Ozarde | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Bavdhan | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Kadegaon | South | 4.85 km |
| Parkhandi | North | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Sultanpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sultanpur is about 41 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 1-2 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara 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 412803.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 1,228, including 664 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 301 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 81.43%. Male literacy is 85.24% and female literacy is 76.95%.