Sawguri Miri - Dergaon, Golaghat
Sawguri Miri is a village situated in the Dergaon subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dergaon and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Pub-brahamputra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sawguri Miri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sawguri Miri is 294395. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.55 hectares and falls under the 785614 pincode. Dergaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sawguri Miri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dergaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sawguri Miri
According to the 2011 Census, Sawguri Miri village had a total population of 1,240 people, including 626 males and 614 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.60%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 67.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 888.
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 | 1,240 | 626 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 888 | 434 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 412 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 214 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Sawguri Miri
Sawguri Miri 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 Sawguri Miri
Sawguri Miri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sawguri Miri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dergaon to Sawguri Miri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Sawguri Miri is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sawguri Miri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sawguri Miri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sawguri Miri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sawguri Miri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sawguri Miri
Where is Sawguri Miri located?
Sawguri Miri village is located in Dergaon Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sawguri Miri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sawguri Miri is Pub-brahamputra.
What is the pincode of Sawguri Miri?
The pincode of Sawguri Miri is 785614.
What is the population of Sawguri Miri?
Sawguri Miri had a total population of 1,240, including 626 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Sawguri Miri?
Sawguri Miri had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sawguri Miri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sawguri Miri was 71.60%. Male literacy was 75.74% and female literacy was 67.41%.