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
According to the 2011 Census, Saur village had a total population of 1,483 people, including 790 males and 693 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.49%, with male literacy at 43.93% and female literacy at 32.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288.
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 | 1,483 | 790 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,483, including 790 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
Saur had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur was 38.49%. Male literacy was 43.93% and female literacy was 32.33%.