Char Sultanpur - Balagarh, Hooghly
Char Sultanpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.8 km from Patuligram and around 40.5 km from Chinsura. Charkrishnabati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Sultanpur is 324903. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.59 hectares and falls under the 712512 pincode. Kalna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Char Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Char Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Char Sultanpur village had a total population of 312 people, including 157 males and 155 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.17%, with male literacy at 7.87% and female literacy at 4.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 312 | 157 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 147 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Char Sultanpur
Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guptipara Char | East | 1.16 km |
| Guptipara | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Medgachhi Paikpara | West | 1.65 km |
| Badhagachhi (ct) | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Sabek Char Krishnabati | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Bundebaj | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Fatepur | South | 2.98 km |
| Krishnabati | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Arazi Guptipara | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Nutan Char Krishnabati | East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Sultanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Char Sultanpur. The nearest railway station is Guptipara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalna to Char Sultanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Char Sultanpur is about 40.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char Sultanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Sultanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Char 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 Char 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Char Sultanpur
Where is Char Sultanpur located?
Char Sultanpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Char Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Sultanpur is Charkrishnabati.
What is the pincode of Char Sultanpur?
The pincode of Char Sultanpur is 712512.
What is the population of Char Sultanpur?
Char Sultanpur had a total population of 312, including 157 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Char Sultanpur?
Char Sultanpur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Sultanpur was 6.17%. Male literacy was 7.87% and female literacy was 4.31%.