Sabail - Gazole, Malda
Sabail is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Gazole and around 41.1 km from English Bazar. Salaidanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sabail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sabail is 312709. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.78 hectares and falls under the 732138 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sabail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sabail
As per Census 2011, Sabail village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 295 males and 242 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sabail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 295 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 196 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 164 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 131 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Sabail
Sabail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Idam | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Sinhapara | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Purbba Anantapur | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Madhabpara | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Bagdol | West | 1.51 km |
| Banshthupi | North | 1.59 km |
| Baratala | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Ahil | South | 1.69 km |
| Radhanagar | East | 1.81 km |
| Haripur | South-West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sabail
The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Sabail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Sabail is about 41.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sabail
Where is Sabail located?
Sabail village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sabail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sabail is Salaidanga.
What is the pincode of Sabail?
The pincode of Sabail is 732138.
What is the population of Sabail?
Sabail has a total population of 537, including 295 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sabail?
There are 132 households in Sabail.
What is the literacy rate in Sabail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sabail is 51.02%. Male literacy is 55.59% and female literacy is 45.45%.