Uttar Saulmari - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Uttar Saulmari is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Saulmari is 279654. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.87 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gosaaigaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Uttar Saulmari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Saulmari
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Saulmari village had a total population of 461 people, including 224 males and 237 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 63.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 461 | 224 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 224 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 168 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 56 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Saulmari
Uttar Saulmari 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 Uttar Saulmari
Public transport in the Uttar Saulmari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gosaaigaon to Uttar Saulmari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Uttar Saulmari is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Saulmari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Saulmari 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 Uttar Saulmari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Saulmari 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 Uttar Saulmari
Where is Uttar Saulmari located?
Uttar Saulmari village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Uttar Saulmari?
The pincode of Uttar Saulmari is 783360.
What is the population of Uttar Saulmari?
Uttar Saulmari had a total population of 461, including 224 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Saulmari?
Uttar Saulmari had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Saulmari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Saulmari was 73.91%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 63.59%.