Sainta

Sainta is a village located in Tarakeswar subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.6km away from sub-district headquarter Tarakeswar (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Bhanjipur is the gram panchayat of Sainta village.

Here you can discover what makes Sainta unique in its vibrant Tarakeswar-Hugli region. You’ll see Sainta’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 Sainta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sainta is 324465. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Sainta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sainta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sainta

According to the 2011 Census, Sainta has a total population of about 1,242, with approximately 623 males and 619 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 768 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.78%, with male literacy at about 62.44% and female literacy near 55.09%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sainta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,242 623 619
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 128 71 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 768 379 389
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 730 389 341
Illiterate Population 512 234 278

Connectivity of Sainta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sainta. As per the 2011 stats, Sainta 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sainta

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sainta

Where is Sainta located?
Sainta village is situated in Tarakeswar Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainta is Bhanjipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sainta?
The pincode of Sainta is 712410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sainta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sainta is 1,242, with 623 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Sainta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sainta village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sainta is 58.78%. The male literacy rate is 62.44%, while the female literacy rate is 55.09%.