Sahapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Sahapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhograi and around 87 km from Baleshwar. Sahabajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahapur is 391781. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahapur village had a total population of 392 people, including 211 males and 181 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.63%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 76.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 392 | 211 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 168 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 43 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Sahapur
Sahapur 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 Sahapur
Sahapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Jaleswar to Sahapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sahapur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahapur 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 Sahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahapur 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 Sahapur
Where is Sahapur located?
Sahapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahapur is Sahabajipur.
What is the pincode of Sahapur?
The pincode of Sahapur is 756085.
What is the population of Sahapur?
Sahapur had a total population of 392, including 211 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Sahapur?
Sahapur had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahapur was 85.63%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 76.07%.