Saugaon - Devalthal, Pithoragarh
Saugaon is a village situated in the Devalthal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Didihat and around 58 km from Pithoragarh. Saugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saugaon is 049286. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.44 hectares and falls under the 262542 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Saugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Saugaon village had a total population of 101 people, including 46 males and 55 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.11%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Transport and Connectivity of Saugaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saugaon.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Saugaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Saugaon is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saugaon 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 Saugaon
Where is Saugaon located?
Saugaon village is located in Devalthal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saugaon?
Saugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saugaon?
The pincode of Saugaon is 262542.
What is the population of Saugaon?
Saugaon had a total population of 101, including 46 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Saugaon?
Saugaon had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saugaon was 85.11%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 76.47%.