Sasna Kalan - Tendukheda, Damoh
Sasna Kalan is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Sasnakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasna Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasna Kalan is 462793. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.77 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sasna Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sasna Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sasna Kalan village had a total population of 1,380 people, including 716 males and 664 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.38%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 46.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 518.
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 | 1,380 | 716 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 263 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 433 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 283 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Sasna Kalan
Sasna Kalan 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 Sasna Kalan
Sasna Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tendukheda to Sasna Kalan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Sasna Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasna Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasna Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sasna Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasna Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasna Kalan
Where is Sasna Kalan located?
Sasna Kalan village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasna Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasna Kalan is Sasnakala.
What is the pincode of Sasna Kalan?
The pincode of Sasna Kalan is 470880.
What is the population of Sasna Kalan?
Sasna Kalan had a total population of 1,380, including 716 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Sasna Kalan?
Sasna Kalan had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasna Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasna Kalan was 59.38%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 46.06%.