Sastakhali
Sastakhali is a village located in Canning Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.9km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 62.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Deuli I is the gram panchayat of Sastakhali village.
Sastakhali has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sastakhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastakhali is 333841. The village spans a total geographical area of 293.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Canning is nearest town to Sastakhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sastakhali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Sastakhali
Below is a concise population overview of Sastakhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,325 | 1,180 | 1,145 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 237 | 229 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 100 | 81 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 189 | 211 |
Literate Population | 1,134 | 640 | 494 |
Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 540 | 651 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sastakhali village:
- The total population of Sastakhali village is around 2,325, including approximately 1,180 males and 1,145 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 466 children aged 0–6 years in Sastakhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sastakhali village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 400 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sastakhali village is about 48.77%, with male literacy at 54.24% and female literacy at 43.14%.
- There are around 449 households in Sastakhali village.
Connectivity of Sastakhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastakhali. As per the 2011 stats, Sastakhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastakhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastakhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastakhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastakhali
- Where is Sastakhali located?
- Sastakhali village is situated in Canning Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastakhali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sastakhali is Deuli I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sastakhali?
- The pincode of Sastakhali is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastakhali is 2,325, with 1,180 males and 1,145 females.
- How many households are there in Sastakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastakhali village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastakhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastakhali is 48.77%. The male literacy rate is 54.24%, while the female literacy rate is 43.14%.