Sasang - Balasore
Sasang is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 13 km from Baleshwar. Sasanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasang is 392845. The village covers a total geographical area of 633 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sasang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasang
As per Census 2011, Sasang village has a total population of 3,196 people, consisting of 1,673 males and 1,523 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,154 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sasang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,196 | 1,673 | 1,523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 226 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,482 | 788 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,154 | 1,235 | 919 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 438 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Sasang
Sasang 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 Sasang
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sasang. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sasang.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Sasang is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sasang is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sasang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasang
Where is Sasang located?
Sasang village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasang is Sasanga.
What is the pincode of Sasang?
The pincode of Sasang is 756056.
What is the population of Sasang?
Sasang has a total population of 3,196, including 1,673 males and 1,523 females.
How many households are there in Sasang?
There are 751 households in Sasang.
What is the literacy rate in Sasang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasang is 67.40%. Male literacy is 73.82% and female literacy is 60.34%.