Sastakhali - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Sastakhali is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.9 km from Canning and around 62.5 km from Alipore. Deuli-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sastakhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastakhali is 333841. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.31 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sastakhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sastakhali
As per Census 2011, Sastakhali village has a total population of 2,325 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,145 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,134 literate and 1,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sastakhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,325 | 1,180 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 237 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 189 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 640 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 540 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Sastakhali
Sastakhali 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 Sastakhali
Sastakhali 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Sastakhali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sastakhali is about 62.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sastakhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastakhali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sastakhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sastakhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sastakhali
Where is Sastakhali located?
Sastakhali village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sastakhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sastakhali is Deuli-i.
What is the pincode of Sastakhali?
The pincode of Sastakhali is 743329.
What is the population of Sastakhali?
Sastakhali has a total population of 2,325, including 1,180 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Sastakhali?
There are 449 households in Sastakhali.
What is the literacy rate in Sastakhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastakhali is 48.77%. Male literacy is 54.24% and female literacy is 43.14%.