Sultanpur - Bhanpur, Basti
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tinich Shukul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 178839. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.4 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 559 people, including 299 males and 260 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.73%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 559 | 299 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 205 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 94 | 120 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Sultanpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Tinich Shukul.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 272190.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 559, including 299 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 68.73%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 60.34%.