Sehalapara - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Sehalapara is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.9 km from Bongaon and around 42.7 km from Barasat. Chawberia-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehalapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehalapara is 322659. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.48 hectares and falls under the 743290 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sehalapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehalapara
As per Census 2011, Sehalapara village has a total population of 3,859 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,877 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,544 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,022 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehalapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,859 | 1,982 | 1,877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,022 | 1,063 | 959 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 145 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,544 | 1,416 | 1,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 566 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Sehalapara
Sehalapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taranipur | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Kulpukuria | North | 1.28 km |
| Hingli | South | 1.59 km |
| Banglani | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Ichhlampur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Chauberia | West | 2.38 km |
| Mamudpur | North | 2.62 km |
| Serpur | East | 2.67 km |
| Dakshin Kanakpur | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Damdama | North | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sehalapara
Sehalapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palpara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bongaon to Sehalapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Sehalapara is about 42.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehalapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehalapara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sehalapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehalapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sehalapara
Where is Sehalapara located?
Sehalapara village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehalapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehalapara is Chawberia-i.
What is the pincode of Sehalapara?
The pincode of Sehalapara is 743290.
What is the population of Sehalapara?
Sehalapara has a total population of 3,859, including 1,982 males and 1,877 females.
How many households are there in Sehalapara?
There are 913 households in Sehalapara.
What is the literacy rate in Sehalapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehalapara is 65.92%. Male literacy is 71.44% and female literacy is 60.10%.