Sial Danga - Jagatballavpur, Howrah
Sial Danga is a village situated in the Jagatballavpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Jagatballavpur and around 25.4 km from Howrah. Shialdanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sial Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sial Danga is 332749. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.31 hectares and falls under the 711410 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sial Danga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sial Danga
As per Census 2011, Sial Danga village has a total population of 5,673 people, consisting of 2,905 males and 2,768 females. The village has 1,238 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,767 literate and 1,906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sial Danga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,673 | 2,905 | 2,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 305 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,141 | 1,075 | 1,066 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,767 | 2,062 | 1,705 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,906 | 843 | 1,063 |
Nearby Villages of Sial Danga
Sial Danga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North | 1.30 km |
| Ichhapur | West | 1.48 km |
| Kumarpur | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Chak Patmura | South | 1.69 km |
| Nimabalia | West | 1.79 km |
| Boharia | East | 1.86 km |
| Anantabati (ct) | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Badebalia | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Nijbalia | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Marghurali | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sial Danga
Sial Danga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sankrall, while the nearest airport is Behala 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haora to Sial Danga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Sial Danga is about 25.4 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 Sial Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sial Danga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sial Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sial Danga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sial Danga
Where is Sial Danga located?
Sial Danga village is located in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sial Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sial Danga is Shialdanga.
What is the pincode of Sial Danga?
The pincode of Sial Danga is 711410.
What is the population of Sial Danga?
Sial Danga has a total population of 5,673, including 2,905 males and 2,768 females.
How many households are there in Sial Danga?
There are 1,238 households in Sial Danga.
What is the literacy rate in Sial Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sial Danga is 66.40%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 61.60%.