Chhota Sarasa - Pandua, Hooghly
Chhota Sarasa is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Pandua and around 23.8 km from Chinsura. Beloondhamasin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Sarasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Sarasa is 324861. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.1 hectares and falls under the 712147 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chhota Sarasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Sarasa
As per Census 2011, Chhota Sarasa village has a total population of 2,581 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,295 females. The village has 642 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,675 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,099 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 490 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Sarasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,581 | 1,286 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 112 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,099 | 546 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 233 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 918 | 757 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 368 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Sarasa
Chhota Sarasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikara | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Sankpur | East | 0.99 km |
| Rudrashanda | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Itachuna | East | 1.58 km |
| Mandaran | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Barasarasa | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Dhamasin | North | 1.94 km |
| Mahanad Bejpara | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Balichara | South | 2.16 km |
| Rosna | North-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Sarasa
Chhota Sarasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bansberia to Chhota Sarasa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Chhota Sarasa is about 23.8 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 Chhota Sarasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Sarasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhota Sarasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Sarasa 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 Chhota Sarasa
Where is Chhota Sarasa located?
Chhota Sarasa village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Sarasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Sarasa is Beloondhamasin.
What is the pincode of Chhota Sarasa?
The pincode of Chhota Sarasa is 712147.
What is the population of Chhota Sarasa?
Chhota Sarasa has a total population of 2,581, including 1,286 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Sarasa?
There are 642 households in Chhota Sarasa.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Sarasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Sarasa is 64.90%. Male literacy is 71.38% and female literacy is 58.46%.