Saota - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Saota village had a total population of 3,402 people, including 1,753 males and 1,649 females, living in 751 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 88.90% and female literacy at 76.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,402, including 1,753 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Saota?
Saota had 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saota was 82.65%. Male literacy was 88.90% and female literacy was 76.06%.