Sahabazpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sahabazpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 53.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahabazpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahabazpur is 310629. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.65 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahabazpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahabazpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahabazpur village had a total population of 684 people, including 364 males and 320 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.87%, with male literacy at 91.88% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 684 | 364 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 294 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 70 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Sahabazpur
Sahabazpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maynapur | South | 0.73 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 0.86 km |
| Bishrail | East | 1.21 km |
| Ranipur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Radhanagar | North | 1.46 km |
| Sekhpur | West | 1.51 km |
| Nagan | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Chak Debidas | South | 2.02 km |
| Sahanali | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Jadupur | South-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahabazpur
Sahabazpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Sahabazpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sahabazpur is about 53.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahabazpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahabazpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahabazpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahabazpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sahabazpur
Where is Sahabazpur located?
Sahabazpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahabazpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahabazpur is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Sahabazpur?
The pincode of Sahabazpur is 733124.
What is the population of Sahabazpur?
Sahabazpur had a total population of 684, including 364 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Sahabazpur?
Sahabazpur had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahabazpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahabazpur was 87.87%. Male literacy was 91.88% and female literacy was 83.33%.