Sasota - Kalol, Bilaspur
Sasota is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Bilaspur. Dhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasota is 019417. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.18 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Sasota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasota
According to the 2011 Census, Sasota village had a total population of 109 people, including 53 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 72.92%.
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 | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 22 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Sasota
Sasota 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 Sasota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sasota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Sasota is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sasota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sasota
Where is Sasota located?
Sasota village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasota?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasota is Dhani.
What is the pincode of Sasota?
The pincode of Sasota is 174017.
What is the population of Sasota?
Sasota had a total population of 109, including 53 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sasota?
Sasota had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasota was 75.00%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 72.92%.