Sultanpur - Chandpur, Bijnor
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Sultanpurkhadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 114144. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.44 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 1,222 people, consisting of 641 males and 581 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 641 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 209 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 414 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 227 | 366 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamal Pur | North-East | 0.68 km |
| Khanpur Khadar | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Takhatpur | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Ravana | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Ajdev | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Padla | North | 1.59 km |
| Shahpur Bhasori | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Mohammad Pur Khadar | North | 1.97 km |
| Kutubpur Gawri | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Nawada | East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sultanpur
Sultanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandpur Siau Halt, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandpur to Sultanpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sultanpur is about 39 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 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Sultanpurkhadar.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 246725.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 1,222, including 641 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 208 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 51.47%. Male literacy is 64.59% and female literacy is 37.01%.