Sahurapur - Labpur, Birbhum
Sahurapur is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 38.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Indus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahurapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahurapur is 317497. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.63 hectares and falls under the 731302 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sahurapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahurapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahurapur village had a total population of 321 people, including 167 males and 154 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.45%, with male literacy at 64.43% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 127 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 71 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sahurapur
Sahurapur 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 Sahurapur
Sahurapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahurapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Sahurapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sahurapur is about 38.9 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 Sahurapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahurapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahurapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahurapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahurapur
Where is Sahurapur located?
Sahurapur village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahurapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahurapur is Indus.
What is the pincode of Sahurapur?
The pincode of Sahurapur is 731302.
What is the population of Sahurapur?
Sahurapur had a total population of 321, including 167 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sahurapur?
Sahurapur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahurapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahurapur was 56.45%. Male literacy was 64.43% and female literacy was 47.83%.