Sahapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Sahapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Shahpur (gadakhada) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahapur is 208605. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.02 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahapur village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 570 males and 526 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.18%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 52.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 1,096 | 570 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 408 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 162 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Sahapur
Sahapur 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 Sahapur
Sahapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Varanasi to Sahapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Sahapur is about 35 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 Sahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahapur
Where is Sahapur located?
Sahapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahapur is Shahpur (gadakhada).
What is the pincode of Sahapur?
The pincode of Sahapur is 221204.
What is the population of Sahapur?
Sahapur had a total population of 1,096, including 570 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Sahapur?
Sahapur had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahapur was 69.18%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 52.23%.