Sinrail - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sinrail is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 71.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Nandanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinrail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinrail is 310622. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.76 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sinrail 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 Sinrail
According to the 2011 Census, Sinrail village had a total population of 713 people, including 375 males and 338 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.40%, with male literacy at 59.16% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 713 | 375 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 197 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 178 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Sinrail
Sinrail 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 Sinrail
Public transport in the Sinrail is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sinrail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sinrail is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sinrail is about 71.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinrail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinrail 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 Sinrail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinrail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sinrail
Where is Sinrail located?
Sinrail village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinrail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinrail is Nandanpur.
What is the pincode of Sinrail?
The pincode of Sinrail is 733124.
What is the population of Sinrail?
Sinrail had a total population of 713, including 375 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Sinrail?
Sinrail had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinrail was 58.40%. Male literacy was 59.16% and female literacy was 57.53%.