Sultanpur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Jafarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 195756. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.71 hectares and falls under the 276129 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 511 people, including 257 males and 254 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 57.49%.
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 | 511 | 257 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 186 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 71 | 135 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalalpur | West | 1.34 km |
| Chak Barwa Ramesar Giri | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Chak Barwa Jai Drathyati | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Rohuwa Mustaphabad | West | 1.79 km |
| Chandra Bhanpur | East | 2.00 km |
| Umari Kala | South | 2.02 km |
| Barwa | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Kataghar | West | 2.22 km |
| Muzaffarpur | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Umari Ganeshpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sultanpur. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Azamgarh to Sultanpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Sultanpur is about 28 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Jafarpur.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 276129.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 511, including 257 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 71.93%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 57.49%.