Sasan - Kharagpur, Munger
Sasan is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Mudheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasan is 243004. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasan
According to the 2011 Census, Sasan village had a total population of 959 people, including 500 males and 459 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.34%, with male literacy at 68.84% and female literacy at 53.07%.
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 | 959 | 500 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 285 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 215 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Sasan
Sasan 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 Sasan
Public transport in the Sasan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Sasan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Sasan is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sasan
Where is Sasan located?
Sasan village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasan is Mudheri.
What is the pincode of Sasan?
The pincode of Sasan is 811213.
What is the population of Sasan?
Sasan had a total population of 959, including 500 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Sasan?
Sasan had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasan was 61.34%. Male literacy was 68.84% and female literacy was 53.07%.