Sapan

Sapan is a village located in Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Brangal. Brangal is the sub-district headquarter of Sapan village. As per 2009 stats, Brangal is the gram panchayat of Sapan village.

Here you can discover what makes Sapan unique in its vibrant Bhalai-Chamba region. You’ll see Sapan’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 Sapan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sapan is 007321. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176308. Chamba is nearest town to Sapan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sapan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sapan

According to the 2011 Census, Sapan has a total population of about 515, with approximately 271 males and 244 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.52%, with male literacy at about 73.06% and female literacy near 50.82%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sapan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 515 271 244
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 34 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 222 112 110
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 322 198 124
Illiterate Population 193 73 120

Connectivity of Sapan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sapan. As per the 2011 stats, Sapan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sapan

Knowing the nearby villages of Sapan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sapan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sapan

Where is Sapan located?
Sapan village is situated in Bhalai Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapan is Brangal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sapan?
The pincode of Sapan is 176308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sapan is 515, with 271 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sapan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sapan village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sapan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sapan is 62.52%. The male literacy rate is 73.06%, while the female literacy rate is 50.82%.