Sasam - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Sasam is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sasam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasam is 508216. The village covers a total geographical area of 1546.61 hectares and falls under the 385515 pincode. Deodar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sasam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasam
As per Census 2011, Sasam village has a total population of 4,931 people, consisting of 2,524 males and 2,407 females. The village has 976 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,891 literate and 2,040 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sasam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,931 | 2,524 | 2,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 336 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 229 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,891 | 1,771 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,040 | 753 | 1,287 |
Nearby Villages of Sasam
Sasam 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 Sasam
Sasam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Deodar to Sasam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sasam is about 20 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 Sasam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sasam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasam
Where is Sasam located?
Sasam village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasam?
Sasam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sasam?
The pincode of Sasam is 385515.
What is the population of Sasam?
Sasam has a total population of 4,931, including 2,524 males and 2,407 females.
How many households are there in Sasam?
There are 976 households in Sasam.
What is the literacy rate in Sasam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasam is 58.63%. Male literacy is 70.17% and female literacy is 46.53%.