Sahazadpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sahazadpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 26.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Safanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahazadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahazadpur is 310810. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.75 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sahazadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahazadpur
As per Census 2011, Sahazadpur village has a total population of 810 people, consisting of 426 males and 384 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahazadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 426 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 485 | 278 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 148 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Sahazadpur
Sahazadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumarganj | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Par Sahazadpur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Brahmapur | North | 1.27 km |
| Pashchim Gobindapur | South | 1.28 km |
| Mirzapur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Walitara | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Aichara | North | 2.02 km |
| Safa Nagar | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Latimirzapur | East | 2.29 km |
| Jantihari | South-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahazadpur
Sahazadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Sahazadpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sahazadpur is about 26.4 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 Sahazadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahazadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sahazadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahazadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahazadpur
Where is Sahazadpur located?
Sahazadpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahazadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahazadpur is Safanagar.
What is the pincode of Sahazadpur?
The pincode of Sahazadpur is 733141.
What is the population of Sahazadpur?
Sahazadpur has a total population of 810, including 426 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Sahazadpur?
There are 204 households in Sahazadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahazadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahazadpur is 59.88%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 53.91%.