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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sapkhali
As per Census 2011, Sapkhali village has a total population of 6,738 people, consisting of 3,511 males and 3,227 females. The village has 1,398 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 860 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,649 literate and 2,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,854 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sapkhali are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 6,738, including 3,511 males and 3,227 females.
How many households are there in Sapkhali?
There are 1,398 households in Sapkhali.
What is the literacy rate in Sapkhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapkhali is 69.00%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 61.57%.