Sahajadapur - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Sahajadapur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from Jaynagar and around 43.8 km from Alipore. Sahajadapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajadapur is 334967. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.42 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sahajadapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahajadapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahajadapur village had a total population of 2,383 people, including 1,234 males and 1,149 females, living in 526 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.86%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 72.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,757, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,383 | 1,234 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,757 | 912 | 845 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,682 | 939 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 295 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajadapur
Sahajadapur 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 Sahajadapur
Sahajadapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sahajadapur.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Sahajadapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sahajadapur is about 43.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajadapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajadapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajadapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajadapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sahajadapur
Where is Sahajadapur located?
Sahajadapur village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahajadapur?
Sahajadapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahajadapur?
The pincode of Sahajadapur is 743337.
What is the population of Sahajadapur?
Sahajadapur had a total population of 2,383, including 1,234 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Sahajadapur?
Sahajadapur had 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajadapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajadapur was 78.86%. Male literacy was 84.75% and female literacy was 72.49%.