Sachapho Forest - Kumargram, Alipurduar
Sachapho Forest is a village situated in the Kumargram subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 54.4 km from Kumargram and around 132 km from Jalpaiguri . Turturikhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sachapho Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sachapho Forest is 307151. The village covers a total geographical area of 4845.7 hectares and falls under the 736201 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sachapho Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sachapho Forest
As per Census 2011, Sachapho Forest village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 55 males and 41 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 745 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sachapho Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Sachapho Forest
Sachapho Forest 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 Sachapho Forest
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sachapho Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Sachapho Forest is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Sachapho Forest is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sachapho Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sachapho Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sachapho Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sachapho Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sachapho Forest
Where is Sachapho Forest located?
Sachapho Forest village is located in Kumargram Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sachapho Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Sachapho Forest is Turturikhanda.
What is the pincode of Sachapho Forest?
The pincode of Sachapho Forest is 736201.
What is the population of Sachapho Forest?
Sachapho Forest has a total population of 96, including 55 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Sachapho Forest?
There are 28 households in Sachapho Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Sachapho Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sachapho Forest is 55.21%. Male literacy is 61.82% and female literacy is 46.34%.