Sahispur - Chakdah, Nadia
Sahispur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Ghetugachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahispur is 322252. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.8 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahispur
As per Census 2011, Sahispur village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,082 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,140 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 127 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,460 | 750 | 710 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 812 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 328 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Sahispur
Sahispur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasimpur | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Santra | East | 1.13 km |
| Mathurgachhi | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Goara | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Parari | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Tengra | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Banamalipara | West | 2.04 km |
| Chak Tengra | East | 2.21 km |
| Sibpur | South | 2.32 km |
| Chak Chaku Danga | North-East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahispur
Public transport in the Sahispur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| 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 Chakdaha to Sahispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sahispur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahispur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahispur
Where is Sahispur located?
Sahispur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahispur is Ghetugachhi.
What is the pincode of Sahispur?
The pincode of Sahispur is 741223.
What is the population of Sahispur?
Sahispur has a total population of 2,222, including 1,140 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Sahispur?
There are 503 households in Sahispur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahispur is 65.75%. Male literacy is 71.23% and female literacy is 59.98%.