New Sangbar - Haflong, Dima Hasao
New Sangbar is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 281 km from Umrangso and around 90 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Sangbar is 298388. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 788818 pincode. Umrangso is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
New Sangbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of New Sangbar
According to the 2011 Census, New Sangbar village had a total population of 986 people, including 489 males and 497 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.92%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 89.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 952.
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 | 986 | 489 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 952 | 471 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 389 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 100 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of New Sangbar
New Sangbar 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 New Sangbar
New Sangbar 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 Umrangso to New Sangbar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to New Sangbar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Sangbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Sangbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in New Sangbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Sangbar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Sangbar
Where is New Sangbar located?
New Sangbar village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of New Sangbar?
The pincode of New Sangbar is 788818.
What is the population of New Sangbar?
New Sangbar had a total population of 986, including 489 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in New Sangbar?
New Sangbar had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Sangbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Sangbar was 92.92%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 89.86%.