Serapur - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Serapur is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Dharmasala and around 24 km from Jajapur . Deoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serapur is 401238. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 755008 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serapur
According to the 2011 Census, Serapur village had a total population of 357 people, including 178 males and 179 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.48%, with male literacy at 93.59% and female literacy at 89.44%.
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 | 357 | 178 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 146 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 32 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Serapur
Serapur 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 Serapur
Serapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Serapur is about 24 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 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serapur
Where is Serapur located?
Serapur village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Serapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serapur is Deoda.
What is the pincode of Serapur?
The pincode of Serapur is 755008.
What is the population of Serapur?
Serapur had a total population of 357, including 178 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Serapur?
Serapur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serapur was 91.48%. Male literacy was 93.59% and female literacy was 89.44%.