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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 4,514 people, consisting of 2,261 males and 2,253 females. The village has 1,155 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,008 literate and 1,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 4,514, including 2,261 males and 2,253 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 1,155 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 66.64%. Male literacy is 70.81% and female literacy is 62.45%.