Sastipur
Sastipur is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 73.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Batanal is the gram panchayat of Sastipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sastipur unique in its vibrant Arambag-Hugli region. You’ll see Sastipur’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 Sastipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastipur is 324269. The village spans a total geographical area of 40 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712615. Arambagh is nearest town to Sastipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sastipur village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sastipur
Population of Sastipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sastipur has a total population of about 508, with approximately 272 males and 236 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 89.57%, with male literacy at about 93.01% and female literacy near 85.59%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sastipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 272 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 253 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Connectivity of Sastipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastipur. As per the 2011 stats, Sastipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastipur
- Where is Sastipur located?
- Sastipur village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sastipur is Batanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sastipur?
- The pincode of Sastipur is 712615, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastipur is 508, with 272 males and 236 females.
- How many households are there in Sastipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastipur village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastipur is 89.57%. The male literacy rate is 93.01%, while the female literacy rate is 85.59%.