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
As per Census 2011, Sashergan village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 132 males and 157 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sashergan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 289, including 132 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sashergan?
There are 58 households in Sashergan.
What is the literacy rate in Sashergan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sashergan is 38.41%. Male literacy is 56.06% and female literacy is 23.57%.