Sahabazpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sahabazpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 33.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jakirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahabazpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahabazpur is 310795. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.43 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahabazpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahabazpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahabazpur village had a total population of 573 people, including 304 males and 269 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 80.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 573 | 304 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 223 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 81 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sahabazpur
Sahabazpur 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 Sahabazpur
Public transport in the Sahabazpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Sahabazpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sahabazpur is about 33.1 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 Sahabazpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahabazpur 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 Sahabazpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahabazpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahabazpur
Where is Sahabazpur located?
Sahabazpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahabazpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahabazpur is Jakirpur.
What is the pincode of Sahabazpur?
The pincode of Sahabazpur is 733141.
What is the population of Sahabazpur?
Sahabazpur had a total population of 573, including 304 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sahabazpur?
Sahabazpur had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahabazpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahabazpur was 83.23%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 80.63%.