Sahada - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Sahada is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahada is 425343. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sahada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahada
As per Census 2011, Sahada village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 304 males and 356 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 304 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 181 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 150 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 154 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Sahada
Sahada 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 Sahada
Sahada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Sahada is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sahada is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sahada
Where is Sahada located?
Sahada village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahada?
Sahada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahada?
The pincode of Sahada is 765019.
What is the population of Sahada?
Sahada has a total population of 660, including 304 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Sahada?
There are 165 households in Sahada.
What is the literacy rate in Sahada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahada is 39.09%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 30.34%.