Somserpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Somserpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Tarakeswar and around 39.4 km from Chinsura. Baligori-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somserpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somserpur is 324481. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Somserpur 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 Somserpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somserpur village had a total population of 918 people, including 484 males and 434 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 85.78% and female literacy at 69.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 918 | 484 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 106 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 392 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 92 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Somserpur
Somserpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulut | North | 0.69 km |
| Maheshpur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Bharamalpur | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Kalapukur | West | 1.14 km |
| Rambati | North | 1.27 km |
| Madpur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Serpur | East | 1.46 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 1.63 km |
| Mitrapur | North | 1.82 km |
| Manoharpur | West | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somserpur
Somserpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeshwar to Somserpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Somserpur is about 39.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somserpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somserpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somserpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somserpur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somserpur
Where is Somserpur located?
Somserpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somserpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somserpur is Baligori-ii.
What is the pincode of Somserpur?
The pincode of Somserpur is 712410.
What is the population of Somserpur?
Somserpur had a total population of 918, including 484 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Somserpur?
Somserpur had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somserpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somserpur was 78.19%. Male literacy was 85.78% and female literacy was 69.44%.