Sashergan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Sashergan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sashergan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sashergan is 416939. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Sashergan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sashergan
According to the 2011 Census, Sashergan village had a total population of 289 people, including 132 males and 157 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.64%, with male literacy at 69.16% and female literacy at 29.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 289 | 132 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 120 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 74 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 58 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sashergan
Sashergan 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 Sashergan
Sashergan 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 | 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 G. Udayagiri to Sashergan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sashergan is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sashergan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sashergan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sashergan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sashergan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sashergan
Where is Sashergan located?
Sashergan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sashergan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sashergan is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Sashergan?
The pincode of Sashergan is 762109.
What is the population of Sashergan?
Sashergan had a total population of 289, including 132 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sashergan?
Sashergan had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sashergan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sashergan was 47.64%. Male literacy was 69.16% and female literacy was 29.37%.