Saraspur - Dharmanagar, North Tripura
Saraspur is a village situated in the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 15 km from Kadamtala and around 45 km from Kailasahar. Bargul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraspur is 272620. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018 hectares and falls under the 799261 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Kadamtala-kurti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraspur
As per Census 2011, Saraspur village has a total population of 7,541 people, consisting of 3,796 males and 3,745 females. The village has 1,580 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,051 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,297 literate and 1,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,541 | 3,796 | 3,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,051 | 528 | 523 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,326 | 663 | 663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 39 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 6,297 | 3,203 | 3,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,244 | 593 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Saraspur
Saraspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamtala | East | 2.31 km |
| Bishnupur | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Sarala | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Icchailalchhera | South | 3.46 km |
| Kurti | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Churaibari | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Piarachhera | North | 4.81 km |
| Brajendranagar | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Pratyekrai | South | 5.76 km |
| Ragna | South-West | 6.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraspur
Saraspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Churaibari, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmanagar to Saraspur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Saraspur 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraspur
Where is Saraspur located?
Saraspur village is located in Dharmanagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraspur is Bargul.
What is the pincode of Saraspur?
The pincode of Saraspur is 799261.
What is the population of Saraspur?
Saraspur has a total population of 7,541, including 3,796 males and 3,745 females.
How many households are there in Saraspur?
There are 1,580 households in Saraspur.
What is the literacy rate in Saraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraspur is 83.50%. Male literacy is 84.38% and female literacy is 82.62%.