Sultanpur - Rasra, Ballia
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 198326. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.09 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode. Ballia 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 Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 2,780 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,367 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,697 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,780 | 1,413 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 214 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,110 | 578 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 995 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 418 | 665 |
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
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sultanpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Sultanpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of 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 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 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 Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 221711.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 2,780, including 1,413 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 409 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 61.04%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 51.35%.