Sheapur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Sheapur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Dhaniakhali and around 40.5 km from Chinsura. Bhastara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheapur is 324665. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.07 hectares and falls under the 712303 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sheapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheapur
As per Census 2011, Sheapur village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 368 males and 308 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 368 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 287 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 81 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Sheapur
Sheapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajapur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Purbba Gopinathpur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Ghoshla | South | 1.31 km |
| Chak Muzafarpur | North | 1.56 km |
| Barul | East | 1.64 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Sonajol | East | 2.16 km |
| Akabpur | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Dattapara | North | 2.38 km |
| Gangarambati | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheapur
Sheapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhapandanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| 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 Tarakeswar to Sheapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sheapur is about 40.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheapur 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 Sheapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sheapur
Where is Sheapur located?
Sheapur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheapur is Bhastara.
What is the pincode of Sheapur?
The pincode of Sheapur is 712303.
What is the population of Sheapur?
Sheapur has a total population of 676, including 368 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Sheapur?
There are 157 households in Sheapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sheapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheapur is 70.86%. Male literacy is 77.99% and female literacy is 62.34%.