Sapkhali - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Sapkhali is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Rudranagar and around 88.3 km from Alipore. Muriganga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapkhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapkhali is 335241. The village covers a total geographical area of 861.69 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sapkhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sapkhali
According to the 2011 Census, Sapkhali village had a total population of 6,738 people, including 3,511 males and 3,227 females, living in 1,398 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.09%, with male literacy at 86.60% and female literacy at 70.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,854, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,738 | 3,511 | 3,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 860 | 437 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,854 | 955 | 899 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,649 | 2,662 | 1,987 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,089 | 849 | 1,240 |
Nearby Villages of Sapkhali
Sapkhali 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 Sapkhali
Sapkhali 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sapkhali is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sapkhali is about 88.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapkhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapkhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sapkhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapkhali 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 Sapkhali
Where is Sapkhali located?
Sapkhali village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sapkhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapkhali is Muriganga-i.
What is the pincode of Sapkhali?
The pincode of Sapkhali is 743373.
What is the population of Sapkhali?
Sapkhali had a total population of 6,738, including 3,511 males and 3,227 females.
How many households are there in Sapkhali?
Sapkhali had 1,398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sapkhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapkhali was 79.09%. Male literacy was 86.60% and female literacy was 70.86%.