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 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 Sinrail
As per Census 2011, Sinrail village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 375 males and 338 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinrail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 375 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| 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 has a total population of 713, including 375 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Sinrail?
There are 162 households in Sinrail.
What is the literacy rate in Sinrail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinrail is 51.19%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 49.70%.