Serapur - Simulia, Balasore
Serapur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Similia and around 63 km from Baleshwar. Andarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serapur is 394270. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Serapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serapur
According to the 2011 Census, Serapur village had a total population of 555 people, including 263 males and 292 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.52%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 73.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 555 | 263 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 107 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 210 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 53 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Serapur
Serapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuladharbindha | South | 0.77 km |
| Talapada | North | 1.07 km |
| Kanchapada | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Kakhadapada | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Andrai | South | 1.69 km |
| Birabrahmapur | North | 1.77 km |
| Erara | West | 2.32 km |
| Jaganathapur | North | 2.47 km |
| Amrutapur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Prusottampur | North-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serapur
Serapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Serapur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Serapur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serapur
Where is Serapur located?
Serapur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Serapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serapur is Andarai.
What is the pincode of Serapur?
The pincode of Serapur is 756134.
What is the population of Serapur?
Serapur had a total population of 555, including 263 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Serapur?
Serapur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serapur was 81.52%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 73.05%.