Saraspur Village - Sonai, Cachar
Saraspur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 381 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Shyamacharanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraspur is 299650. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.02 hectares and falls under the 788114 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Saraspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraspur
As per Census 2011, Saraspur village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 244 males and 142 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 581 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraspur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 244 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 216 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 28 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Saraspur
Saraspur 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 Saraspur
Saraspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silchar to Saraspur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraspur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraspur
Where is Saraspur located?
Saraspur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraspur is Shyamacharanpur.
What is the pincode of Saraspur?
The pincode of Saraspur is 788114.
What is the population of Saraspur?
Saraspur has a total population of 386, including 244 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Saraspur?
There are 63 households in Saraspur.
What is the literacy rate in Saraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraspur is 80.05%. Male literacy is 88.52% and female literacy is 65.49%.