Sahara

Sahara is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Sahara village. As per 2009 stats, Mugbasan is the gram panchayat of Sahara village.

Here you can discover what makes Sahara unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sahara’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 Sahara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahara is 338305. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Sahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Sahara

According to the 2011 Census, Sahara has a total population of about 15, with approximately 8 males and 7 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 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 66.67%, with male literacy at about 87.50% and female literacy near 42.86%. There are around 3 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15 8 7
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2 1 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 6 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 10 7 3
Illiterate Population 5 1 4

Connectivity of Sahara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahara. As per the 2011 stats, Sahara 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahara

Where is Sahara located?
Sahara village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahara is Mugbasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sahara?
The pincode of Sahara is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahara is 15, with 8 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahara village has a total of 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahara is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.