Saitop - Haflong, Dima Hasao
Saitop is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 49 km from Mahur and around 79 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saitop is 298620. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.94 hectares and falls under the 788818 pincode. Mahur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Saitop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Saitop
According to the 2011 Census, Saitop village had a total population of 33 people, including 18 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Saitop
Saitop 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 Saitop
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saitop.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahur to Saitop is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to Saitop is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saitop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saitop 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saitop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saitop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saitop
Where is Saitop located?
Saitop village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Saitop?
The pincode of Saitop is 788818.
What is the population of Saitop?
Saitop had a total population of 33, including 18 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Saitop?
Saitop had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saitop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitop was 93.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.