Sasan - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Sasan is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghallour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasan is 010481. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.54 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasan
According to the 2011 Census, Sasan village had a total population of 396 people, including 192 males and 204 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 92.81% and female literacy at 77.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271.
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 | 396 | 192 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Sasan
Sasan 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 Sasan
Public transport in the Sasan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sasan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasan
Where is Sasan located?
Sasan village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasan is Ghallour.
What is the pincode of Sasan?
The pincode of Sasan is 176031.
What is the population of Sasan?
Sasan had a total population of 396, including 192 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Sasan?
Sasan had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasan was 84.62%. Male literacy was 92.81% and female literacy was 77.17%.