Sahaspur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sahaspur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Puraspar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahaspur is 186980. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.59 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Sahaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahajanwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahaspur village had a total population of 179 people, including 92 males and 87 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.18%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 81.58%.
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 | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekwar | East | 0.53 km |
| Matiyariya | West | 0.55 km |
| Chanchpar | South-West | 0.57 km |
| Khotha | North | 0.92 km |
| Beni | South | 0.93 km |
| Sujanipur | West | 1.01 km |
| Hardi Urf Jitbankat | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Rampur Khurd | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Ratsahi | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Baniyapar | West | 1.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahaspur
Sahaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagatbela, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Sahaspur is about 24 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahaspur
Where is Sahaspur located?
Sahaspur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahaspur is Puraspar.
What is the pincode of Sahaspur?
The pincode of Sahaspur is 273406.
What is the population of Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had a total population of 179, including 92 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Sahaspur?
Sahaspur had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahaspur was 86.18%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 81.58%.