Sahara
Sahara is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sahara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumda is the gram panchayat of Sahara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahara unique in its vibrant Pingla-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 342542. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721144. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sahara
Population of Sahara
According to the 2011 Census, Sahara has a total population of about 1,872, with approximately 950 males and 922 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 302 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 637. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.11%, with male literacy at about 69.68% and female literacy near 52.28%. There are around 482 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 950 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 128 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 157 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 637 | 312 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 662 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 288 | 440 |
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 Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahara is Kusumda (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 721144, 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 1,872, with 950 males and 922 females.
- How many households are there in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahara village has a total of 482 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahara is 61.11%. The male literacy rate is 69.68%, while the female literacy rate is 52.28%.