Saranpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Saranpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Polba and around 17.6 km from Chinsura. Polba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranpur is 325126. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.36 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Bandel is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saranpur
As per Census 2011, Saranpur village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 408 males and 434 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 408 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 335 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 73 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Saranpur
Saranpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatni | East | 0.86 km |
| Aima Samsara | North | 1.20 km |
| Mirkhila | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Mirzzapur | South | 1.32 km |
| Keshabpur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Goaljor | East | 1.64 km |
| Chaupala | West | 1.64 km |
| Jatarpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Gaula | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Dantra | North-West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saranpur
Saranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandel to Saranpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Saranpur 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 Saranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saranpur
Where is Saranpur located?
Saranpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranpur is Polba.
What is the pincode of Saranpur?
The pincode of Saranpur is 712305.
What is the population of Saranpur?
Saranpur has a total population of 842, including 408 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Saranpur?
There are 188 households in Saranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Saranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranpur is 76.48%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 71.20%.