Saharpur - Banspal, Keonjhar
Saharpur is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Nayakote and around 25 km from Kendujhar. Saharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharpur is 386288. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Saharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saharpur
As per Census 2011, Saharpur village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 551 males and 450 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 689 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 551 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 81 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 380 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 331 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 220 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Saharpur
Saharpur 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 Saharpur
Saharpur 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 >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 Kendujhar to Saharpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Saharpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saharpur
Where is Saharpur located?
Saharpur village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharpur?
Saharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saharpur?
The pincode of Saharpur is 758085.
What is the population of Saharpur?
Saharpur has a total population of 1,001, including 551 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Saharpur?
There are 164 households in Saharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Saharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharpur is 49.15%. Male literacy is 60.07% and female literacy is 35.78%.