Sahara
Sahara is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sahara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sahara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sahara unique in its vibrant Egra I-Purba 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 346667. The village spans a total geographical area of 284.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721446. Egra is nearest town to Sahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sahara
Population of Sahara
According to the 2011 Census, Sahara has a total population of about 2,378, with approximately 1,226 males and 1,152 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.04%, with male literacy at about 84.34% and female literacy near 69.27%. There are around 489 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 | 2,378 | 1,226 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 121 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,832 | 1,034 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 192 | 354 |
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 10+ 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 Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
- Sahara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sahara?
- The pincode of Sahara is 721446, 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 2,378, with 1,226 males and 1,152 females.
- How many households are there in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahara village has a total of 489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahara is 77.04%. The male literacy rate is 84.34%, while the female literacy rate is 69.27%.