Sultanpur Village - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Ankal Ka Tala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 086182. The village covers a total geographical area of 1681 hectares and falls under the 345028 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 100 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 Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 52 people, consisting of 34 males and 18 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 529 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalron Ki Dhani | South-West | 9.48 km |
| Rahimpura | West | 9.62 km |
| Dadoorewala | South | 10.55 km |
| Rohironwala | South-East | 11.46 km |
| Moharonwala | East | 23.40 km |
| Bharewala | South-East | 25.04 km |
| Kabeerpura | South | 25.66 km |
| Bahla | South-West | 26.92 km |
| Tavarinagar | South-East | 27.48 km |
| Malasar | East | 27.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Public transport in the Sultanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Bhadriya Lathi, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Sultanpur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Sultanpur is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 | 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Ankal Ka Tala.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 345028.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 52, including 34 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 17 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 50.00%. Male literacy is 55.88% and female literacy is 38.89%.