Sahil

Sahil is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 36.5km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Salaidanga is the gram panchayat of Sahil village.

Sahil has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sahil

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahil is 312649. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Sahil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Sahil

Below is a concise population overview of Sahil as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,232 630 602
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 179 95 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 438 234 204
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 489 235 254
Literate Population 651 367 284
Illiterate Population 581 263 318

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahil village:

  • The total population of Sahil village is around 1,232, including approximately 630 males and 602 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Sahil village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahil village has 438 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 489 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sahil village is about 52.84%, with male literacy at 58.25% and female literacy at 47.18%.
  • There are around 271 households in Sahil village.

Connectivity of Sahil

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahil. As per the 2011 stats, Sahil 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahil

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahil

Where is Sahil located?
Sahil village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahil?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahil is Salaidanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sahil?
The pincode of Sahil is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahil is 1,232, with 630 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Sahil as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahil village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahil as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahil is 52.84%. The male literacy rate is 58.25%, while the female literacy rate is 47.18%.