Sastapur - Mahudha, Kheda
Sastapur is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Sastapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastapur is 517666. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.01 hectares and falls under the 387335 pincode. Mahudha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sastapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sastapur
As per Census 2011, Sastapur village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 720 males and 643 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sastapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 720 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 614 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 106 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Sastapur
Sastapur 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 Sastapur
Sastapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sastapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahudha to Sastapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Sastapur is about 25 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 Sastapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sastapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sastapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sastapur
Where is Sastapur located?
Sastapur village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sastapur?
Sastapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sastapur?
The pincode of Sastapur is 387335.
What is the population of Sastapur?
Sastapur has a total population of 1,363, including 720 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Sastapur?
There are 282 households in Sastapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sastapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastapur is 82.02%. Male literacy is 85.28% and female literacy is 78.38%.