Sahapur - Khaira, Balasore
Sahapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Khaira and around 57 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahapur is 393422. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahapur village had a total population of 233 people, including 123 males and 110 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 94.39% and female literacy at 72.63%.
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 | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 101 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Sahapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sahapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahapur
Where is Sahapur located?
Sahapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahapur is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Sahapur?
The pincode of Sahapur is 756049.
What is the population of Sahapur?
Sahapur had a total population of 233, including 123 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Sahapur?
Sahapur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahapur was 84.16%. Male literacy was 94.39% and female literacy was 72.63%.