Sahispur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Sahispur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Amarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahispur is 317415. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.1 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahispur
As per Census 2011, Sahispur village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 248 males and 249 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 495 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 248 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 495 | 248 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 189 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 59 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sahispur
Sahispur 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 Sahispur
Sahispur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sahispur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Suri to Sahispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahispur 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 Sahispur
Where is Sahispur located?
Sahispur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahispur is Amarpur.
What is the pincode of Sahispur?
The pincode of Sahispur is 731234.
What is the population of Sahispur?
Sahispur has a total population of 497, including 248 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Sahispur?
There are 108 households in Sahispur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahispur is 62.58%. Male literacy is 76.21% and female literacy is 49.00%.