Sahsan - Patan, Jabalpur
Sahsan is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Sehsan (padariya) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahsan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahsan is 489484. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.3 hectares and falls under the 483113 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahsan
As per Census 2011, Sahsan village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 373 males and 355 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahsan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 373 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 62 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 299 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 74 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Sahsan
Sahsan 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 Sahsan
Sahsan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Patan to Sahsan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Sahsan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahsan
Where is Sahsan located?
Sahsan village is located in Patan Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahsan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahsan is Sehsan (padariya).
What is the pincode of Sahsan?
The pincode of Sahsan is 483113.
What is the population of Sahsan?
Sahsan has a total population of 728, including 373 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Sahsan?
There are 179 households in Sahsan.
What is the literacy rate in Sahsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahsan is 71.02%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 61.41%.