Sadhupur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Sadhupur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.3 km from Gosaba and around 109 km from Alipore. Lahiripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sadhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sadhupur is 335168. The village covers a total geographical area of 818.28 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Sadhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sadhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Sadhupur village had a total population of 6,992 people, including 3,573 males and 3,419 females, living in 1,731 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.58%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 76.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,756, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 736.
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 | 6,992 | 3,573 | 3,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 339 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,756 | 2,968 | 2,788 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 736 | 374 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 5,284 | 2,913 | 2,371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 660 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Sadhupur
Sadhupur 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 Sadhupur
Sadhupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Canning to Sadhupur is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sadhupur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sadhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sadhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sadhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sadhupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sadhupur
Where is Sadhupur located?
Sadhupur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sadhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sadhupur is Lahiripur.
What is the pincode of Sadhupur?
The pincode of Sadhupur is 743370.
What is the population of Sadhupur?
Sadhupur had a total population of 6,992, including 3,573 males and 3,419 females.
How many households are there in Sadhupur?
Sadhupur had 1,731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sadhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sadhupur was 83.58%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 76.78%.