Shasan - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Shasan is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Bahragora and around 92 km from Jamshedpur. Saakra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shasan is 364864. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Shasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shasan
According to the 2011 Census, Shasan village had a total population of 648 people, including 313 males and 335 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.11%, with male literacy at 78.62% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 648 | 313 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 67 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 217 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 96 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Shasan
Shasan 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 Shasan
Public transport in the Shasan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jamshedpur to Shasan is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shasan 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shasan
Where is Shasan located?
Shasan village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shasan is Saakra.
What is the pincode of Shasan?
The pincode of Shasan is 832101.
What is the population of Shasan?
Shasan had a total population of 648, including 313 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Shasan?
Shasan had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shasan was 72.11%. Male literacy was 78.62% and female literacy was 65.85%.