Sahas Pur - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Sahas Pur is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Vikasnagar and around 23 km from Dehradun. Sahaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahas Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahas Pur is 045094. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.94 hectares and falls under the 248197 pincode. Herbertpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sahas Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahas Pur
As per Census 2011, Sahas Pur village has a total population of 8,841 people, consisting of 4,665 males and 4,176 females. The village has 1,769 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,597 literate and 3,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 695 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahas Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,841 | 4,665 | 4,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,358 | 697 | 661 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 346 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 5,597 | 3,149 | 2,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,244 | 1,516 | 1,728 |
Nearby Villages of Sahas Pur
Sahas Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indripur | South | 1.02 km |
| Lakshmi Pur | South | 2.28 km |
| Sabhawala | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Khushal Pur | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Chharba | North | 2.73 km |
| Shankerpur Hakumatpur | East | 2.74 km |
| Jatowala | West | 2.76 km |
| Tiparpur | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Majri | West | 3.49 km |
| Jassowala | North-West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahas Pur
Sahas Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Herbertpur to Sahas Pur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sahas Pur is about 23 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 Sahas Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahas Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahas Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahas Pur 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 Sahas Pur
Where is Sahas Pur located?
Sahas Pur village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahas Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahas Pur is Sahaspur.
What is the pincode of Sahas Pur?
The pincode of Sahas Pur is 248197.
What is the population of Sahas Pur?
Sahas Pur has a total population of 8,841, including 4,665 males and 4,176 females.
How many households are there in Sahas Pur?
There are 1,769 households in Sahas Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahas Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahas Pur is 63.31%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 58.62%.