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. Saraspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Saraspur village had a total population of 7,541 people, including 3,796 males and 3,745 females, living in 1,580 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.03%, with male literacy at 98.01% and female literacy at 96.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,326, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 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?
Saraspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraspur?
The pincode of Saraspur is 799261.
What is the population of Saraspur?
Saraspur had a total population of 7,541, including 3,796 males and 3,745 females.
How many households are there in Saraspur?
Saraspur had 1,580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraspur was 97.03%. Male literacy was 98.01% and female literacy was 96.03%.