Serou - Waikhong, Kakching
Serou is a village situated in the Waikhong subdivision of Kakching district, Manipur. It is located approximately 32 km from Kakching and around 56 km from Thoubal. Serou village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serou is 270023. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.97 hectares and falls under the 795101 pincode. Sugnu is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Serou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sugnu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serou
According to the 2011 Census, Serou village had a total population of 4,216 people, including 2,137 males and 2,079 females, living in 780 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.78%, with male literacy at 82.51% and female literacy at 64.81%.
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 | 4,216 | 2,137 | 2,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 313 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,656 | 1,505 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 632 | 928 |
Transport and Connectivity of Serou
Serou is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sugnu to Serou is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thoubal to Serou is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serou village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Serou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serou village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serou
Where is Serou located?
Serou village is located in Waikhong Subdivision, Kakching district, Manipur, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serou?
Serou is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Serou?
The pincode of Serou is 795101.
What is the population of Serou?
Serou had a total population of 4,216, including 2,137 males and 2,079 females.
How many households are there in Serou?
Serou had 780 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serou was 73.78%. Male literacy was 82.51% and female literacy was 64.81%.