Sultanpur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 38.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kaleswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 316683. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.75 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 548 people, including 294 males and 254 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 81.10% and female literacy at 60.27%.
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 | 548 | 294 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 206 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 88 | 122 |
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 van services. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Sultanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sultanpur is about 38.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Kaleswar.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 731213.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 548, including 294 males and 254 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 71.46%. Male literacy was 81.10% and female literacy was 60.27%.