Sangaon
Sangaon is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.2km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sangaon village. As per 2009 stats, Mahipur is the gram panchayat of Sangaon village.
Sangaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sangaon is 309588. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733157. Raiganj is nearest town to Sangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sangaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sangaon
Population of Sangaon
Below is a concise population overview of Sangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 919 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 147 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 511 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 858 | 408 | 450 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sangaon village:
- The total population of Sangaon village is around 1,774, including approximately 919 males and 855 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Sangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sangaon village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sangaon village is about 51.63%, with male literacy at 55.60% and female literacy at 47.37%.
- There are around 392 households in Sangaon village.
Connectivity of Sangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sangaon
- Where is Sangaon located?
- Sangaon village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sangaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sangaon is Mahipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sangaon?
- The pincode of Sangaon is 733157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sangaon is 1,774, with 919 males and 855 females.
- How many households are there in Sangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sangaon village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sangaon is 51.63%. The male literacy rate is 55.60%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.