Sultanpur - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 52 people, including 34 males and 18 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 529 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.06%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 41.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 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 had a total population of 52, including 34 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 53.06%. Male literacy was 59.38% and female literacy was 41.18%.