Sagar - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Sagar is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Rampura Jageer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagar is 481533. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.68 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sagar village had a total population of 73 people, including 41 males and 32 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 27 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Sagar
Sagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheel Kheda | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Rampura Jagir | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Hingli Jagir | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Motipur | South | 2.59 km |
| Barkheda Jagir | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Beel Khedi | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Agra Jagir | North | 3.43 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 3.43 km |
| Thana | East | 3.86 km |
| Bisonia | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sagar
Sagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamshabad to Sagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Sagar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sagar
Where is Sagar located?
Sagar village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagar is Rampura Jageer.
What is the pincode of Sagar?
The pincode of Sagar is 464111.
What is the population of Sagar?
Sagar had a total population of 73, including 41 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Sagar?
Sagar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagar was 66.67%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 47.83%.