Sahalalpur - Arambag, Hooghly
Sahalalpur is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from Arambag and around 80.6 km from Chinsura. Tirole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahalalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahalalpur is 324389. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.84 hectares and falls under the 712602 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahalalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sahalalpur
As per Census 2011, Sahalalpur village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 457 males and 465 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahalalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 457 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 116 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 154 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 349 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 108 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Sahalalpur
Sahalalpur 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 Sahalalpur
Public transport in the Sahalalpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahalalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arambagh to Sahalalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sahalalpur is about 80.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahalalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahalalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahalalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahalalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahalalpur
Where is Sahalalpur located?
Sahalalpur village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahalalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahalalpur is Tirole.
What is the pincode of Sahalalpur?
The pincode of Sahalalpur is 712602.
What is the population of Sahalalpur?
Sahalalpur has a total population of 922, including 457 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Sahalalpur?
There are 210 households in Sahalalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahalalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahalalpur is 67.03%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 57.85%.