Sarapur - Chakdah, Nadia
Sarapur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 55.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dewli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapur is 322291. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.58 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarapur
As per Census 2011, Sarapur village has a total population of 2,528 people, consisting of 1,335 males and 1,193 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,766 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,528 | 1,335 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,388 | 746 | 642 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,766 | 1,004 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 331 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapur
Sarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garuimari | South | 0.74 km |
| Bagrabpur | North | 1.08 km |
| Deuli | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Lakhmipur | East | 1.63 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | North | 2.05 km |
| Ber Baria | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Rasullapur | West | 2.07 km |
| Rustam Nagar | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Uttar Brahma Pur | South | 2.70 km |
| Purulia | North | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarapur
Sarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chakdaha to Sarapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sarapur is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarapur
Where is Sarapur located?
Sarapur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapur is Dewli.
What is the pincode of Sarapur?
The pincode of Sarapur is 741223.
What is the population of Sarapur?
Sarapur has a total population of 2,528, including 1,335 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Sarapur?
There are 548 households in Sarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapur is 69.86%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 63.87%.