Sultanpur - Shyampur - II, Howrah
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Shyampur - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Shyampur and around 49 km from Howrah. Shashati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 333253. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.99 hectares and falls under the 711312 pincode. Khalor is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sultanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village had a total population of 4,514 people, including 2,261 males and 2,253 females, living in 1,155 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 70.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 644, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,514 | 2,261 | 2,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 248 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 321 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,008 | 1,601 | 1,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 660 | 846 |
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
Public transport in the Sultanpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalor to Sultanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Sultanpur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shyampur - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Shashati.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 711312.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had a total population of 4,514, including 2,261 males and 2,253 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
Sultanpur had 1,155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur was 75.24%. Male literacy was 79.53% and female literacy was 70.88%.