Sahanpur
Sahanpur is a village located in Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sitapur (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sahanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sahanpur unique in its vibrant Sitapur-Surguja region. You’ll see Sahanpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sahanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahanpur is 433459. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497111. Sitapur is nearest town to Sahanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sahanpur
Population of Sahanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahanpur has a total population of about 1,382, with approximately 710 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 763. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.03%, with male literacy at about 58.87% and female literacy near 34.52%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahanpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 710 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 104 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 382 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 418 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 292 | 440 |
Connectivity of Sahanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sahanpur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahanpur
- Where is Sahanpur located?
- Sahanpur village is situated in Sitapur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahanpur?
- Sahanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sahanpur?
- The pincode of Sahanpur is 497111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahanpur is 1,382, with 710 males and 672 females.
- How many households are there in Sahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahanpur village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahanpur is 47.03%. The male literacy rate is 58.87%, while the female literacy rate is 34.52%.