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
According to the 2011 Census, Sastakhali village had a total population of 2,325 people, including 1,180 males and 1,145 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.00%, with male literacy at 67.87% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 400.
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 | 2,325 | 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 had a total population of 2,325, including 1,180 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Sastakhali?
Sastakhali had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sastakhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastakhali was 61.00%. Male literacy was 67.87% and female literacy was 53.93%.