Sahaspur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Panaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 399448. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 754205 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Sahaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahaspur village had a total population of 1,014 people, including 510 males and 504 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.19%, with male literacy at 97.40% and female literacy at 84.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,014 | 510 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 450 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 60 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Sahaspur
Sahaspur 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 Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Sahaspur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahaspur 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 Sahaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Panaspur.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 754205.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had a total population of 1,014, including 510 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur was 91.19%. Male literacy was 97.40% and female literacy was 84.90%.