Sahaspur
Sahaspur is a village located in Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Farsabahar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Sahaspur village is also a gram panchayat.
Sahaspur has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur 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 Sahaspur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahaspur is 434154. The village spans a total geographical area of 991.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496554. Pathalgaon is nearest town to Sahaspur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sahaspur 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 Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sahaspur
Population of Sahaspur
Below is a concise population overview of Sahaspur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 786 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 85 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,252 | 613 | 639 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 543 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 243 | 422 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahaspur village:
- The total population of Sahaspur village is around 1,589, including approximately 786 males and 803 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Sahaspur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sahaspur village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sahaspur village is about 58.15%, with male literacy at 69.08% and female literacy at 47.45%.
- There are around 334 households in Sahaspur village.
Connectivity of Sahaspur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahaspur. As per the 2011 stats, Sahaspur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahaspur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahaspur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahaspur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahaspur
- Where is Sahaspur located?
- Sahaspur village is situated in Farsabahar Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
- Sahaspur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
- The pincode of Sahaspur is 496554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahaspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahaspur is 1,589, with 786 males and 803 females.
- How many households are there in Sahaspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahaspur village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahaspur is 58.15%. The male literacy rate is 69.08%, while the female literacy rate is 47.45%.