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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saogaon Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Saogaon Tea Garden village had a total population of 1,783 people, including 918 males and 865 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.42%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 45.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,644.
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 | 1,783 | 918 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,783, including 918 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Saogaon Tea Garden?
Saogaon Tea Garden had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saogaon Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saogaon Tea Garden was 51.42%. Male literacy was 57.32% and female literacy was 45.26%.