Sultanpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Sultanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 129557. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.89 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Meerganj is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 1,145 people, consisting of 619 males and 526 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 619 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 334 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 285 | 380 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Dunki | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Bairamnagar | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Dunka | South | 1.86 km |
| Basai | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Biharipur | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Dhaneli | West | 2.90 km |
| Bakenia Birpur | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Dharmpura | North | 3.15 km |
| Ras | North-West | 3.15 km |
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 Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Meerganj to Sultanpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Sultanpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly 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 243505.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 1,145, including 619 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 182 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 41.92%. Male literacy is 53.96% and female literacy is 27.76%.