Sahaspur - Lormi, Mungeli
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Lormi and around 90 km from Bilaspur. Chilfi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 437757. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.69 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
As per Census 2011, Sahaspur village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 639 males and 627 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 639 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 104 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 279 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 424 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 215 | 381 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapari Kalan | South | 1.36 km |
| Chilphi | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Kapadah | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Dumrha | East | 1.75 km |
| Meghapara | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Sawantpur | West | 2.29 km |
| Prankapa | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Pardeshikapa | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Golhapara | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Baijalpur | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lormi to Sahaspur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Sahaspur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| 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 Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Chilfi.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 495115.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur has a total population of 1,266, including 639 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
There are 298 households in Sahaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur is 52.92%. Male literacy is 66.35% and female literacy is 39.23%.