Sahaspur - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from Chhuikhadan and around 115 km from Rajnandgaon. Sahaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 440053. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.91 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 39 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 Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahaspur village had a total population of 587 people, including 292 males and 295 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 85.66% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 587 | 292 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 209 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 83 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sahaspur
Sahaspur 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 Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandai to Sahaspur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sahaspur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 491888.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had a total population of 587, including 292 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur was 73.23%. Male literacy was 85.66% and female literacy was 61.04%.