Sehai - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Sehai is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from Dongaria and around 29.1 km from Alipore. Rania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehai is 333363. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.37 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sehai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehai
According to the 2011 Census, Sehai village had a total population of 2,189 people, including 1,113 males and 1,076 females, living in 496 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.75%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 76.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,189 | 1,113 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,531 | 820 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 293 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Sehai
Sehai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sehai
Sehai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshin Raipur to Sehai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sehai is about 29.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sehai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sehai
Where is Sehai located?
Sehai village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehai is Rania.
What is the pincode of Sehai?
The pincode of Sehai is 743318.
What is the population of Sehai?
Sehai had a total population of 2,189, including 1,113 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Sehai?
Sehai had 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehai was 80.75%. Male literacy was 84.54% and female literacy was 76.78%.