Serpur - Kaliganj, Nadia
Serpur is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 51.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kaliganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 321310. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.6 hectares and falls under the 741137 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Serpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serpur
As per Census 2011, Serpur village has a total population of 1,157 people, consisting of 614 males and 543 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,157 | 614 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 390 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 224 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Serpur
Serpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Serpur | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Char Lakhuria | South | 0.95 km |
| Manikdihi | North | 1.25 km |
| Narayanpur | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Khidirpur | East | 1.64 km |
| Char Manikdihi | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Char Sujapur | South | 2.29 km |
| Kaliganj | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Kamalabari | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Char Gopalpur | North-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serpur
Serpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Plassey, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 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 Krishnagar to Serpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Serpur is about 51.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Serpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Kaliganj.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 741137.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur has a total population of 1,157, including 614 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
There are 292 households in Serpur.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur is 59.98%. Male literacy is 63.52% and female literacy is 55.99%.