Sahaspur - Devkar, Bemetara
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Devkar tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Saja and around 52 km from Durg. Sahashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 442139. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030.73 hectares and falls under the 491331 pincode. Saja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sahaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
As per Census 2011, Sahaspur village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,341 males and 1,336 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,341 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 179 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,028 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 313 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpur (saja) | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Naukesha | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Bundeli | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Bharni | East | 3.03 km |
| Raksa | South | 3.54 km |
| Rajpur | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Nandeli | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Luk | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Pendri | South | 3.96 km |
| Nandwai | South-East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Durg, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saja to Sahaspur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Sahaspur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Devkar Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Sahashpur.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 491331.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur has a total population of 2,677, including 1,341 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
There are 550 households in Sahaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur is 66.19%. Male literacy is 76.66% and female literacy is 55.69%.