Saota Village - Pursura, Hooghly
Saota is a village situated in the Pursura subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.6 km from Pursura and around 57.7 km from Chinsura. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saota is 324418. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.21 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Saota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saota
As per Census 2011, Saota village has a total population of 3,402 people, consisting of 1,753 males and 1,649 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,482 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saota are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,402 | 1,753 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 212 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 178 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,482 | 1,370 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 383 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Saota
Saota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadipur | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Amgaon | West | 1.50 km |
| Rautara | East | 1.67 km |
| Masinan | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Golami Chak | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Bhunyera | South | 1.81 km |
| Samaspur | South | 2.03 km |
| Arunbera | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Hati | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Chhandra | West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saota
Saota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 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 Tarakeswar to Saota is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Saota is about 57.7 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 Saota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saota
Where is Saota located?
Saota village is located in Pursura Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saota?
The Gram Panchayat of Saota is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Saota?
The pincode of Saota is 712415.
What is the population of Saota?
Saota has a total population of 3,402, including 1,753 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Saota?
There are 751 households in Saota.
What is the literacy rate in Saota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saota is 72.96%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 67.43%.