Sahapur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Sahapur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Natna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahapur is 321239. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.02 hectares and falls under the 741160 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahapur
As per Census 2011, Sahapur village has a total population of 3,539 people, consisting of 1,901 males and 1,638 females. The village has 795 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,041 literate and 1,498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,539 | 1,901 | 1,638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,125 | 1,111 | 1,014 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,198 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,498 | 703 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Sahapur
Sahapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagakhali | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Ramjibanpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Chhatina | West | 3.68 km |
| Garibpur | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Betai Jitpur | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Natna | South | 4.38 km |
| Haulia | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Chak Jaliapara | West | 5.08 km |
| Betai | North | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahapur
Sahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Sahapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sahapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahapur
Where is Sahapur located?
Sahapur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahapur is Natna.
What is the pincode of Sahapur?
The pincode of Sahapur is 741160.
What is the population of Sahapur?
Sahapur has a total population of 3,539, including 1,901 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Sahapur?
There are 795 households in Sahapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahapur is 57.67%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 51.47%.