Sahara

Sahara is a village located in Haripal subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Khamar Chandi. Chinsura is the district headquarter of Sahara village. As per 2009 stats, Paschimgopinathpur is the gram panchayat of Sahara village.

Sahara has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sahara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahara is 325337. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712403. Haripal is nearest town to Sahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Sahara

Below is a concise population overview of Sahara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 974 488 486
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 57 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 144 77 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 727 385 342
Illiterate Population 247 103 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahara village:

  • The total population of Sahara village is around 974, including approximately 488 males and 486 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Sahara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahara village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sahara village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 70.37%.
  • There are around 198 households in Sahara village.

Connectivity of Sahara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahara. As per the 2011 stats, Sahara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Sahara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahara.

Sirazpur Shrirampur Joyrampur Maheshwarpur Bhupatipur Gopal Prosad Taldaha Kamdebpur Dipa Dalapatipur Dipagaja

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahara

Where is Sahara located?
Sahara village is situated in Haripal Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahara is Paschimgopinathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sahara?
The pincode of Sahara is 712403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahara is 974, with 488 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahara village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahara is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 70.37%.