Sultanpur - Soro, Balasore
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Soro and around 37 km from Baleshwar. Dahisade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 393795. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 493 males and 445 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 493 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 62 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 408 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 85 | 82 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ullasakhadagpur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Chakghodasahi | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jaganathpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Mangasarpur | East | 2.53 km |
| Bartana | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Subarnapur | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Mulising | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Dahisada | North | 3.35 km |
| Barchhigadia | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Chakasubarnapur | South-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Sultanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sultanpur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 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 Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Dahisade.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 756045.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 938, including 493 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 246 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 82.20%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 81.57%.