Sashpur
Sashpur is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.9km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 70.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Balitora is the gram panchayat of Sashpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sashpur unique in its vibrant Santuri-Puruliya region. You’ll see Sashpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sashpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sashpur is 330496. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Burnpur is nearest town to Sashpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sashpur
Population of Sashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sashpur has a total population of about 695, with approximately 363 males and 332 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 287 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.04%, with male literacy at about 74.66% and female literacy near 56.63%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sashpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 363 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 271 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 92 | 144 |
Connectivity of Sashpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sashpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sashpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sashpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sashpur
- Where is Sashpur located?
- Sashpur village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sashpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sashpur is Balitora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sashpur?
- The pincode of Sashpur is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sashpur is 695, with 363 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Sashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sashpur village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sashpur is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 74.66%, while the female literacy rate is 56.63%.