Serpur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Serpur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Haroa. Sonapukur Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 323682. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.39 hectares and falls under the 743290 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serpur
As per Census 2011, Serpur village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 72 males and 58 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 72 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 49 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatra | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Kalianai | East | 1.26 km |
| Meherpur | South | 1.56 km |
| Haripur | North | 1.57 km |
| Narayanpur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Nangla Palpur | West | 2.01 km |
| Kulgachhi | East | 2.10 km |
| Talbaria | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Salipur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Kuchhia Mora | North-East | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serpur
Public transport in the Serpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lebutala, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Calcutta to Serpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Sonapukur Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 743290.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur has a total population of 130, including 72 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
There are 29 households in Serpur.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur is 59.23%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 48.28%.