Sasaman - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Sasaman is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Narendra Nagar and around 133 km from New Tehri. Sasman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasaman is 044532. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.46 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sasaman 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasaman
According to the 2011 Census, Sasaman village had a total population of 607 people, including 315 males and 292 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 95.09% and female literacy at 61.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 607 | 315 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 252 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 63 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Sasaman
Sasaman 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 Sasaman
Sasaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Sasaman is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sasaman is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sasaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasaman 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sasaman
Where is Sasaman located?
Sasaman village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasaman is Sasman.
What is the pincode of Sasaman?
The pincode of Sasaman is 249192.
What is the population of Sasaman?
Sasaman had a total population of 607, including 315 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Sasaman?
Sasaman had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasaman was 78.72%. Male literacy was 95.09% and female literacy was 61.51%.