Sultanpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhograi and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 391645. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 550 males and 519 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 550 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 476 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 74 | 103 |
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
Public transport in the Sultanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Sultanpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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) | 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 Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, 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 756036.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 1,069, including 550 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 242 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 83.44%. Male literacy is 86.55% and female literacy is 80.15%.