Sahaband Chak - Kaliachak - III, Malda
Sahaband Chak is a village situated in the Kaliachak - III subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.7 km from Dariapur and around 30.5 km from English Bazar. Sahabanchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaband Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaband Chak is 313741. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.71 hectares and falls under the 732210 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sahaband Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baisnabnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaband Chak
As per Census 2011, Sahaband Chak village has a total population of 2,737 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,335 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,234 literate and 1,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahaband Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,737 | 1,402 | 1,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 215 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 461 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 725 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,503 | 677 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Sahaband Chak
Sahaband Chak 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 Sahaband Chak
Sahaband Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sahaband Chak.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Sahaband Chak is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Sahaband Chak is about 30.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahaband Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahaband Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahaband Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahaband Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahaband Chak
Where is Sahaband Chak located?
Sahaband Chak village is located in Kaliachak - III Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaband Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaband Chak is Sahabanchak.
What is the pincode of Sahaband Chak?
The pincode of Sahaband Chak is 732210.
What is the population of Sahaband Chak?
Sahaband Chak has a total population of 2,737, including 1,402 males and 1,335 females.
How many households are there in Sahaband Chak?
There are 576 households in Sahaband Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaband Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaband Chak is 45.09%. Male literacy is 51.71% and female literacy is 38.13%.