Serpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Serpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 80.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 310491. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.6 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Serpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Serpur
As per Census 2011, Serpur village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 354 males and 338 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 354 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 204 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 150 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Serpur
Serpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmijal | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Debipur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Pukurpar Raypur | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Joypur | West | 1.39 km |
| Mahishakuri | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Bara Damodarpur | South | 1.41 km |
| Mahipaldighi | East | 1.61 km |
| Dopitha | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Chandpur | North | 1.82 km |
| Rampur | West | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serpur
Serpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Radhikapur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Serpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Serpur is about 80.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Serpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 733132.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur has a total population of 692, including 354 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
There are 168 households in Serpur.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur is 52.89%. Male literacy is 57.63% and female literacy is 47.93%.