Sultanpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Sultanpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Deshbandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanpur is 346740. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.77 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sultanpur
As per Census 2011, Sultanpur village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 229 males and 203 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 100 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 229 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 189 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Sultanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 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 Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Deshbandhu.
What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
The pincode of Sultanpur is 721429.
What is the population of Sultanpur?
Sultanpur has a total population of 432, including 229 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Sultanpur?
There are 86 households in Sultanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanpur is 76.85%. Male literacy is 82.53% and female literacy is 70.44%.