Serpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Serpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Dhaniakhali and around 17.6 km from Chinsura. Bhandarhati-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 324604. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.45 hectares and falls under the 712301 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Serpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serpur
As per Census 2011, Serpur village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 462 males and 471 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 462 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 265 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 351 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 111 | 168 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balighari | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Sultanpur | South | 1.05 km |
| Kulut | West | 1.10 km |
| Rambati | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Somserpur | West | 1.46 km |
| Chinagari | North | 1.48 km |
| Maheshpur | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Dakshin Mogalpur | East | 1.56 km |
| Alipur | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Mitrapur | North-West | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serpur
Serpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahir Khanda, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Serpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Bhandarhati-i.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 712301.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur has a total population of 933, including 462 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
There are 235 households in Serpur.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur is 70.10%. Male literacy is 75.97% and female literacy is 64.33%.