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
As per Census 2011, Sasan village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 192 males and 204 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 192 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| 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 has a total population of 396, including 192 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Sasan?
There are 89 households in Sasan.
What is the literacy rate in Sasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasan is 75.00%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 69.61%.