Sultanpur
Sultanpur is a village located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kanpur Dhanaberia is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sultanpur unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Sultanpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sultanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sultanpur is 334367. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743332. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Sultanpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sultanpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sultanpur
Population of Sultanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sultanpur has a total population of about 2,729, with approximately 1,429 males and 1,300 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,828 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.93%, with male literacy at about 78.66% and female literacy near 64.54%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sultanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,729 | 1,429 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 155 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,828 | 956 | 872 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,124 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 305 | 461 |
Connectivity of Sultanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sultanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sultanpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sultanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sultanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sultanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sultanpur
- Where is Sultanpur located?
- Sultanpur village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sultanpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sultanpur is Kanpur Dhanaberia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sultanpur?
- The pincode of Sultanpur is 743332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sultanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sultanpur is 2,729, with 1,429 males and 1,300 females.
- How many households are there in Sultanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sultanpur village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sultanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sultanpur is 71.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.66%, while the female literacy rate is 64.54%.