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.
Sashpur has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sashpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sashpur village:
- The total population of Sashpur village is around 695, including approximately 363 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Sashpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sashpur village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sashpur village is about 66.04%, with male literacy at 74.66% and female literacy at 56.63%.
- There are around 138 households in Sashpur village.
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%.