Senpur - Khanakul - I, Hooghly
Senpur is a village situated in the Khanakul - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Khanakul and around 67.7 km from Chinsura. Rammohan-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Senpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Senpur is 325863. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.08 hectares and falls under the 712406 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Senpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Senpur
According to the 2011 Census, Senpur village had a total population of 1,078 people, including 565 males and 513 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 69.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,078 | 565 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 428 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 137 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Senpur
Senpur 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 Senpur
Senpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Senpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Senpur is about 67.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Senpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Senpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Senpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Senpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Senpur
Where is Senpur located?
Senpur village is located in Khanakul - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Senpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Senpur is Rammohan-i.
What is the pincode of Senpur?
The pincode of Senpur is 712406.
What is the population of Senpur?
Senpur had a total population of 1,078, including 565 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Senpur?
Senpur had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Senpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Senpur was 77.01%. Male literacy was 83.76% and female literacy was 69.50%.