Sultanganja - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Sultanganja is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Bakrahat and around 26.5 km from Alipore. Panchanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sultanganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sultanganja is 333523. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.77 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Thakurpukur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sultanganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sultanganja
As per Census 2011, Sultanganja village has a total population of 4,486 people, consisting of 2,341 males and 2,145 females. The village has 1,000 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,073 literate and 1,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sultanganja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,486 | 2,341 | 2,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 304 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 3,073 | 1,705 | 1,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,413 | 636 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Sultanganja
Sultanganja 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 Sultanganja
Sultanganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sultanganja.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thakurpukur to Sultanganja is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sultanganja is about 26.5 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 Sultanganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sultanganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sultanganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sultanganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sultanganja
Where is Sultanganja located?
Sultanganja village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sultanganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Sultanganja is Panchanan.
What is the pincode of Sultanganja?
The pincode of Sultanganja is 743377.
What is the population of Sultanganja?
Sultanganja has a total population of 4,486, including 2,341 males and 2,145 females.
How many households are there in Sultanganja?
There are 1,000 households in Sultanganja.
What is the literacy rate in Sultanganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sultanganja is 68.50%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 63.78%.