Sahdesh - Rasra, Ballia
Sahdesh is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sahdesh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahdesh is 198586. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.89 hectares and falls under the 221701 pincode. Rasra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sahdesh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahdesh
As per Census 2011, Sahdesh village has a total population of 1,097 people, consisting of 571 males and 526 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahdesh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 571 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 98 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 401 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 170 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Sahdesh
Sahdesh 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 Sahdesh
Public transport in the Sahdesh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahdesh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rasra to Sahdesh is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Sahdesh is about 26 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 Sahdesh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahdesh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahdesh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahdesh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sahdesh
Where is Sahdesh located?
Sahdesh village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahdesh?
Sahdesh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahdesh?
The pincode of Sahdesh is 221701.
What is the population of Sahdesh?
Sahdesh has a total population of 1,097, including 571 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Sahdesh?
There are 158 households in Sahdesh.
What is the literacy rate in Sahdesh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahdesh is 63.35%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 55.89%.