Sahaspur - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Salajharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 406051. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sahaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahaspur village had a total population of 196 people, including 103 males and 93 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 81.40%.
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 | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sahaspur
Sahaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusumitara | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Kunjabiharipur | North | 1.02 km |
| Kaithapalli | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Sikharapur | West | 2.37 km |
| Boragaon | East | 2.65 km |
| Luniauti | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Ranipada | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Gopalipada | South | 3.34 km |
| Tulasipur | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalupara Ghat, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 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 Khandapada to Sahaspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Sahaspur is about 18 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 Sahaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Salajharia.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 752077.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had a total population of 196, including 103 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur was 88.00%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 81.40%.