Sasan Village - Pattamundai, Kendrapara
Sasan is a village situated in the Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pattamundai and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Sasana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasan is 396271. The village covers a total geographical area of 440 hectares and falls under the 754217 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasan
As per Census 2011, Sasan village has a total population of 3,086 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,482 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,318 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sasan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,086 | 1,604 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,294 | 677 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,318 | 1,275 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 329 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Sasan
Sasan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyam Sundar Pur | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Bindha Srirampur | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Nimapur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Basudeipur | East | 1.51 km |
| Anand Pur | South | 1.61 km |
| Jagannathpur | North | 1.86 km |
| Talapada | South | 2.05 km |
| Udayapur | North | 2.09 km |
| Malipur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Dosia | South-East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sasan
Sasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pattamundai to Sasan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sasan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sasan
Where is Sasan located?
Sasan village is located in Pattamundai Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasan is Sasana.
What is the pincode of Sasan?
The pincode of Sasan is 754217.
What is the population of Sasan?
Sasan has a total population of 3,086, including 1,604 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Sasan?
There are 628 households in Sasan.
What is the literacy rate in Sasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasan is 75.11%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 70.38%.