Sahaspur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Badauda Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 439598. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.53 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 8 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 KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
As per Census 2011, Sahaspur village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 250 males and 241 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 250 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 52 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 152 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 98 | 129 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padakipara | North | 1.67 km |
| Chhirbandha | South | 1.78 km |
| Tumdilewa | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Baroda Khurd | North | 2.04 km |
| Kurlu | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kinari Tola | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Bitli | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Majgaon | East | 3.47 km |
| Kohari | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Relai | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Sahaspur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Sahaspur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Badauda Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 491996.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur has a total population of 491, including 250 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
There are 128 households in Sahaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur is 53.77%. Male literacy is 60.80% and female literacy is 46.47%.