Sasana - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Sasana is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Ambasala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasana is 398352. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sasana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasana
According to the 2011 Census, Sasana village had a total population of 303 people, including 157 males and 146 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.58%, with male literacy at 95.30% and female literacy at 83.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 303 | 157 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 15 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sasana
Sasana 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 Sasana
Sasana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jagatsinghapur to Sasana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasana 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 Sasana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sasana
Where is Sasana located?
Sasana village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasana is Ambasala.
What is the pincode of Sasana?
The pincode of Sasana is 754119.
What is the population of Sasana?
Sasana had a total population of 303, including 157 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Sasana?
Sasana had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasana was 89.58%. Male literacy was 95.30% and female literacy was 83.45%.