Serpoka - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Serpoka is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Sarpoka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpoka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpoka is 177854. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.62 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Serpoka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serpoka
According to the 2011 Census, Serpoka village had a total population of 1,181 people, including 610 males and 571 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.08%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 49.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 1,181 | 610 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 351 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 259 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Serpoka
Serpoka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malhwar Khurd | North-East | 0.45 km |
| Mahadev Ghurhu | South | 0.80 km |
| Pipri Mahri | North | 1.24 km |
| Malhwar Bujurg | West | 1.27 km |
| Harraiya | North | 1.31 km |
| Sihorwa Misra | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Kapiya Lohti | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Govinpur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Hari Khas | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Mailani | South | 1.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serpoka
Serpoka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| 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 Siddharthnagar to Serpoka is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Serpoka is about 57 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 Serpoka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serpoka 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Serpoka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serpoka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serpoka
Where is Serpoka located?
Serpoka village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpoka?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpoka is Sarpoka.
What is the pincode of Serpoka?
The pincode of Serpoka is 272192.
What is the population of Serpoka?
Serpoka had a total population of 1,181, including 610 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Serpoka?
Serpoka had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serpoka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpoka was 61.08%. Male literacy was 72.52% and female literacy was 49.02%.