Sahanagar
Sahanagar is a village located in Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Farakka are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sahanagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Beniagram is the gram panchayat of Sahanagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahanagar unique in its vibrant Farakka-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Sahanagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sahanagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahanagar is 313807. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742212. Dhulian is nearest town to Sahanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sahanagar
Population of Sahanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sahanagar has a total population of about 805, with approximately 399 males and 406 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.39%, with male literacy at about 69.42% and female literacy near 47.54%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahanagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 399 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 213 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 470 | 277 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 122 | 213 |
Connectivity of Sahanagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahanagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sahanagar 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahanagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahanagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahanagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahanagar
- Where is Sahanagar located?
- Sahanagar village is situated in Farakka Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahanagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahanagar is Beniagram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sahanagar?
- The pincode of Sahanagar is 742212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahanagar is 805, with 399 males and 406 females.
- How many households are there in Sahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahanagar village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahanagar is 58.39%. The male literacy rate is 69.42%, while the female literacy rate is 47.54%.