Saur - Goalpokher - II, Uttar Dinajpur
Saur is a village situated in the Goalpokher - II subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.4 km from Goalpokhar . Toriyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 309357. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.42 hectares and falls under the 733208 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Saur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saur
As per Census 2011, Saur village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 790 males and 693 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 1,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 790 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 282 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 508 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Saur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Saur
Public transport in the Saur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Saur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saur
Where is Saur located?
Saur village is located in Goalpokher - II Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saur is Toriyal.
What is the pincode of Saur?
The pincode of Saur is 733208.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur has a total population of 1,483, including 790 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
There are 291 households in Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur is 31.36%. Male literacy is 35.70% and female literacy is 26.41%.