Serpur - Balagarh, Hooghly
Serpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Patuligram and around 17.6 km from Chinsura. Dumurdahanityanandapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 325026. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.13 hectares and falls under the 712513 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Serpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Serpur
According to the 2011 Census, Serpur village had a total population of 5,983 people, including 3,108 males and 2,875 females, living in 1,317 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.74%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 68.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,918, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 5,983 | 3,108 | 2,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,918 | 2,540 | 2,378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 4,131 | 2,329 | 1,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,852 | 779 | 1,073 |
Nearby Villages of Serpur
Serpur 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 Serpur
Serpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Serpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Serpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Serpur is about 17.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Dumurdahanityanandapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 712513.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur had a total population of 5,983, including 3,108 males and 2,875 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
Serpur had 1,317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur was 75.74%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 68.86%.