Sarala
Sarala is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Beroil is the gram panchayat of Sarala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarala unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sarala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarala is 310382. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Sarala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sarala
Population of Sarala
According to the 2011 Census, Sarala has a total population of about 2,848, with approximately 1,416 males and 1,432 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 372 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,605 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 183. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.79%, with male literacy at about 61.58% and female literacy near 42.11%. There are around 614 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,848 | 1,416 | 1,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 190 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,605 | 1,294 | 1,311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 872 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,373 | 544 | 829 |
Connectivity of Sarala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarala. As per the 2011 stats, Sarala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarala
- Where is Sarala located?
- Sarala village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarala is Beroil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarala?
- The pincode of Sarala is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarala is 2,848, with 1,416 males and 1,432 females.
- How many households are there in Sarala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarala village has a total of 614 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarala is 51.79%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 42.11%.