Sahara - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sahara is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 39.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahara is 310699. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.08 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahara
As per Census 2011, Sahara village has a total population of 2,378 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,169 females. The village has 542 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,603 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 748 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,378 | 1,209 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 748 | 365 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 881 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 328 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Sahara
Sahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhilimpur | East | 1.22 km |
| Samra | West | 1.28 km |
| Ghoradaura | North | 1.29 km |
| Antal | North | 1.34 km |
| Chakshri | South | 1.36 km |
| Janchi | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Sidilim | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Mathurapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Kharpa | West | 2.02 km |
| Tousi | North | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahara
Public transport in the Sahara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gangarampur to Sahara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sahara is about 39.5 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 Sahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahara
Where is Sahara located?
Sahara village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahara is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Sahara?
The pincode of Sahara is 733140.
What is the population of Sahara?
Sahara has a total population of 2,378, including 1,209 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Sahara?
There are 542 households in Sahara.
What is the literacy rate in Sahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahara is 67.41%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 61.76%.