Sahanali
Sahanali is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 52.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Nandanpur is the gram panchayat of Sahanali village.
Sahanali has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sahanali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahanali is 310634. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Sahanali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sahanali 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 Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sahanali
Population of Sahanali
Below is a concise population overview of Sahanali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 641 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 288 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 249 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 329 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 312 | 358 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahanali village:
- The total population of Sahanali village is around 1,266, including approximately 641 males and 625 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Sahanali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sahanali village has 555 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 508 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sahanali village is about 47.08%, with male literacy at 51.33% and female literacy at 42.72%.
- There are around 290 households in Sahanali village.
Connectivity of Sahanali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahanali. As per the 2011 stats, Sahanali 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahanali
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahanali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahanali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahanali
- Where is Sahanali located?
- Sahanali village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahanali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahanali is Nandanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sahanali?
- The pincode of Sahanali is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahanali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahanali is 1,266, with 641 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Sahanali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahanali village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahanali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahanali is 47.08%. The male literacy rate is 51.33%, while the female literacy rate is 42.72%.