Sajapur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Sajapur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 48.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Panighata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sajapur is 321324. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.2 hectares and falls under the 741181 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sajapur
As per Census 2011, Sajapur village has a total population of 5,064 people, consisting of 2,607 males and 2,457 females. The village has 1,155 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,883 literate and 2,181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,064 | 2,607 | 2,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 313 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,765 | 905 | 860 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,883 | 1,551 | 1,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,181 | 1,056 | 1,125 |
Nearby Villages of Sajapur
Sajapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhakantapur | South | 1.11 km |
| Jalkar Jalmahal | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Jamalpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Bharatpur | North | 2.79 km |
| Chak Chandghar | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Hat Gobindapur | North | 3.02 km |
| Panighata | West | 3.10 km |
| Dingel | South | 3.41 km |
| Debagram | South | 3.59 km |
| Gabindapur | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sajapur
Sajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Sajapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sajapur is about 48.2 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 Sajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sajapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sajapur
Where is Sajapur located?
Sajapur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sajapur is Panighata.
What is the pincode of Sajapur?
The pincode of Sajapur is 741181.
What is the population of Sajapur?
Sajapur has a total population of 5,064, including 2,607 males and 2,457 females.
How many households are there in Sajapur?
There are 1,155 households in Sajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sajapur is 56.93%. Male literacy is 59.49% and female literacy is 54.21%.