Saota - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Saota is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Nutanhat and around 34.4 km from Barddhaman. Nigan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saota is 319156. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.97 hectares and falls under the 713143 pincode. Katwa is the nearest town, located about 23 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 1,701 people, including 885 males and 816 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 81.26% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 923.
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 | 1,701 | 885 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 475 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 659 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 226 | 330 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohagram | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Belgram | South | 2.00 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Jagadishpur | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Chhota Poshla | West | 2.73 km |
| Masaru | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Nigan | North | 2.89 km |
| Mukundapur | South | 3.00 km |
| Jabagram | East | 3.31 km |
| Bamungram | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saota
Saota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katwa to Saota is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Saota is about 34.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saota
Where is Saota located?
Saota village is located in Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saota?
The Gram Panchayat of Saota is Nigan.
What is the pincode of Saota?
The pincode of Saota is 713143.
What is the population of Saota?
Saota had a total population of 1,701, including 885 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Saota?
Saota had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saota was 74.06%. Male literacy was 81.26% and female literacy was 66.12%.