Sayrapur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sayrapur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 47.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sayrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sayrapur is 310637. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.35 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sayrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sayrapur
As per Census 2011, Sayrapur village has a total population of 1,438 people, consisting of 721 males and 717 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sayrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 721 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 95 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,201 | 609 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 461 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 260 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Sayrapur
Sayrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimtair | South | 0.97 km |
| Bhimtair | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Jadab Bati | East | 1.17 km |
| Burinagar | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Mahasura | West | 1.48 km |
| Chandrail | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Sutail | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Tholahar | West | 2.13 km |
| Bazrapukur | East | 2.39 km |
| Muktarampur | South-West | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sayrapur
Public transport in the Sayrapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Sayrapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sayrapur is about 47.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sayrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sayrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sayrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sayrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sayrapur
Where is Sayrapur located?
Sayrapur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sayrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sayrapur is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Sayrapur?
The pincode of Sayrapur is 733124.
What is the population of Sayrapur?
Sayrapur has a total population of 1,438, including 721 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Sayrapur?
There are 349 households in Sayrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sayrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sayrapur is 60.50%. Male literacy is 63.94% and female literacy is 57.04%.