Sultanpur - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Avaan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 133566. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.3 hectares and falls under the 242303 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 696 people, including 369 males and 327 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.88%, with male literacy at 43.28% and female literacy at 31.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 376.
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 | 696 | 369 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 132 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 237 | 248 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Sultanpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of 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 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sultanpur
Where is Sultanpur located?
Sultanpur village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Avaan.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 242303.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 696, including 369 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 37.88%. Male literacy was 43.28% and female literacy was 31.35%.