Sakhisol - Binpur - I, Jhargram
Sakhisol is a village situated in the Binpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.4 km from Binpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakhisol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakhisol is 336187. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.04 hectares and falls under the 721503 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sakhisol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakhisol
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhisol village had a total population of 266 people, including 131 males and 135 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 54.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 266.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 131 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 131 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 103 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Sakhisol
Sakhisol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sakhisol
Sakhisol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Sakhisol is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakhisol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakhisol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakhisol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakhisol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakhisol
Where is Sakhisol located?
Sakhisol village is located in Binpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakhisol?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakhisol is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Sakhisol?
The pincode of Sakhisol is 721503.
What is the population of Sakhisol?
Sakhisol had a total population of 266, including 131 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Sakhisol?
Sakhisol had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhisol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakhisol was 70.42%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 54.10%.