Sarugaon - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Sarugaon is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.5 km from Madarihat and around 57 km from Jalpaiguri . Shishujhumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarugaon is 307059. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.7 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sarugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarugaon
As per Census 2011, Sarugaon village has a total population of 1,429 people, consisting of 718 males and 711 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 521 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 718 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 521 | 264 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 445 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 273 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Sarugaon
Sarugaon 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 Sarugaon
Sarugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarugaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gairkata to Sarugaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Sarugaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarugaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarugaon
Where is Sarugaon located?
Sarugaon village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarugaon is Shishujhumra.
What is the pincode of Sarugaon?
The pincode of Sarugaon is 735220.
What is the population of Sarugaon?
Sarugaon has a total population of 1,429, including 718 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Sarugaon?
There are 276 households in Sarugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sarugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarugaon is 54.93%. Male literacy is 61.98% and female literacy is 47.82%.