Saldaha - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Saldaha is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Harischandrapur and around 72.3 km from English Bazar. Rashidabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saldaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saldaha is 312015. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.2 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Saldaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saldaha
According to the 2011 Census, Saldaha village had a total population of 2,384 people, including 1,247 males and 1,137 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.82%, with male literacy at 34.29% and female literacy at 39.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 2,384 | 1,247 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 232 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 348 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 899 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Saldaha
Saldaha 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 Saldaha
Public transport in the Saldaha is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Malda to Saldaha is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Saldaha is about 72.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saldaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saldaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saldaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saldaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saldaha
Where is Saldaha located?
Saldaha village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saldaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Saldaha is Rashidabad.
What is the pincode of Saldaha?
The pincode of Saldaha is 732140.
What is the population of Saldaha?
Saldaha had a total population of 2,384, including 1,247 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Saldaha?
Saldaha had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saldaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldaha was 36.82%. Male literacy was 34.29% and female literacy was 39.61%.