Saogaon Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Saogaon Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saogaon Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saogaon Tea Garden is 306893. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.11 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Saogaon Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saogaon Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Saogaon Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,783 people, consisting of 918 males and 865 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,644 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saogaon Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,783 | 918 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,644 | 849 | 795 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 454 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 464 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Saogaon Tea Garden
Saogaon Tea Garden 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Phulbari | East | 2.15 km |
| Saogaon | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Lishriver Tea Garden | North | 2.35 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Kalagaity | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Odlabari Tea Garden | East | 3.73 km |
| Dakshin Odlabari (ct) | East | 4.14 km |
| Hanskhali | South | 4.16 km |
| Sundaribasti | West | 4.60 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saogaon Tea Garden
Public transport in the Saogaon Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagrakot, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mal to Saogaon Tea Garden is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Saogaon Tea Garden is about 60 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 Saogaon Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saogaon Tea Garden 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 Saogaon Tea Garden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saogaon Tea Garden 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saogaon Tea Garden
Where is Saogaon Tea Garden located?
Saogaon Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saogaon Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Saogaon Tea Garden is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Saogaon Tea Garden?
The pincode of Saogaon Tea Garden is 734501.
What is the population of Saogaon Tea Garden?
Saogaon Tea Garden has a total population of 1,783, including 918 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Saogaon Tea Garden?
There are 350 households in Saogaon Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Saogaon Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saogaon Tea Garden is 44.76%. Male literacy is 49.46% and female literacy is 39.77%.