Sahasbaga - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Sahasbaga is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Rengali and around 55 km from Jharsuguda. Katarbaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahasbaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahasbaga is 380962. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sahasbaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahasbaga
As per Census 2011, Sahasbaga village has a total population of 557 people, consisting of 270 males and 287 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahasbaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 270 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 144 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 209 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 61 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Sahasbaga
Sahasbaga 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 Sahasbaga
Sahasbaga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Belpahar to Sahasbaga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Sahasbaga is about 55 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 Sahasbaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahasbaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahasbaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahasbaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahasbaga
Where is Sahasbaga located?
Sahasbaga village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahasbaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahasbaga is Katarbaga.
What is the pincode of Sahasbaga?
The pincode of Sahasbaga is 768219.
What is the population of Sahasbaga?
Sahasbaga has a total population of 557, including 270 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Sahasbaga?
There are 132 households in Sahasbaga.
What is the literacy rate in Sahasbaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahasbaga is 69.48%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 62.02%.