Sasan - Mendarda, Junagadh
Sasan is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Talala and around 55 km from Junagadh. Sasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasan is 514911. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.59 hectares and falls under the 362135 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasan
According to the 2011 Census, Sasan village had a total population of 3,235 people, including 1,660 males and 1,575 females, living in 668 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.22%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 70.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 3,235 | 1,660 | 1,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 220 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 2,255 | 1,295 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 365 | 615 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sasan
Sasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sasan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talala to Sasan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sasan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasan 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 Sasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sasan
Where is Sasan located?
Sasan village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasan?
Sasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sasan?
The pincode of Sasan is 362135.
What is the population of Sasan?
Sasan had a total population of 3,235, including 1,660 males and 1,575 females.
How many households are there in Sasan?
Sasan had 668 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasan was 80.22%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 70.02%.