Sapla Village - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Sapla is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Jaynagar and around 46.5 km from Alipore. Beledurganagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapla is 334995. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.32 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sapla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sapla
As per Census 2011, Sapla village has a total population of 783 people, consisting of 423 males and 360 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sapla are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 423 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 65 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 421 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 232 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 191 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Sapla
Sapla 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 Sapla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sapla.
| 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 Jaynagar to Sapla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sapla is about 46.5 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 Sapla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sapla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sapla
Where is Sapla located?
Sapla village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapla is Beledurganagar.
What is the pincode of Sapla?
The pincode of Sapla is 743337.
What is the population of Sapla?
Sapla has a total population of 783, including 423 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Sapla?
There are 141 households in Sapla.
What is the literacy rate in Sapla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapla is 45.21%. Male literacy is 54.85% and female literacy is 33.89%.