Sehalampur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Sehalampur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Sarisha and around 43.1 km from Alipore. Bhadura Haridas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehalampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehalampur is 334409. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.17 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sehalampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehalampur
As per Census 2011, Sehalampur village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 946 males and 895 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehalampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 946 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 261 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 782 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 164 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Sehalampur
Sehalampur 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 Sehalampur
Sehalampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sehalampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sehalampur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sehalampur is about 43.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehalampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehalampur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sehalampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehalampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sehalampur
Where is Sehalampur located?
Sehalampur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehalampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehalampur is Bhadura Haridas.
What is the pincode of Sehalampur?
The pincode of Sehalampur is 743330.
What is the population of Sehalampur?
Sehalampur has a total population of 1,841, including 946 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Sehalampur?
There are 474 households in Sehalampur.
What is the literacy rate in Sehalampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehalampur is 76.32%. Male literacy is 82.66% and female literacy is 69.61%.