Serunia - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Serunia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 34.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Satpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serunia is 316695. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.6 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Serunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Serunia
According to the 2011 Census, Serunia village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 622 males and 632 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.54%, with male literacy at 74.08% and female literacy at 53.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 752, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 1,254 | 622 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 372 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 77 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 403 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 219 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Serunia
Serunia 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 Serunia
Serunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Serunia.
| 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 Sainthia to Serunia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Serunia is about 34.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Serunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serunia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serunia
Where is Serunia located?
Serunia village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Serunia is Satpalsa.
What is the pincode of Serunia?
The pincode of Serunia is 731213.
What is the population of Serunia?
Serunia had a total population of 1,254, including 622 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Serunia?
Serunia had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serunia was 63.54%. Male literacy was 74.08% and female literacy was 53.16%.