Sarulia (P) - Beldanga - I, Murshidabad
Sarulia (P) is a village situated in the Beldanga - I subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Debkundu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarulia (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarulia (P) is 315611. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.57 hectares and falls under the 742189 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sarulia (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beldanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarulia (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Sarulia (P) village had a total population of 9,417 people, including 4,780 males and 4,637 females, living in 1,974 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.33%, with male literacy at 67.52% and female literacy at 61.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 9,417 | 4,780 | 4,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,593 | 808 | 785 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,033 | 2,682 | 2,351 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,384 | 2,098 | 2,286 |
Nearby Villages of Sarulia (P)
Sarulia (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Meliani | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Hareknagar | East | 2.44 km |
| Andiran | East | 2.63 km |
| Chhatiani | South | 3.14 km |
| Char Mirzapur | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Debkunda | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Mahyampur | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Sona Diar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Naopukhuria | South-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarulia (P)
Sarulia (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beldanga, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beldanga to Sarulia (P) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarulia (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarulia (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarulia (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarulia (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarulia (P)
Where is Sarulia (P) located?
Sarulia (P) village is located in Beldanga - I Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarulia (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarulia (P) is Debkundu.
What is the pincode of Sarulia (P)?
The pincode of Sarulia (P) is 742189.
What is the population of Sarulia (P)?
Sarulia (P) had a total population of 9,417, including 4,780 males and 4,637 females.
How many households are there in Sarulia (P)?
Sarulia (P) had 1,974 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarulia (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarulia (P) was 64.33%. Male literacy was 67.52% and female literacy was 61.03%.