Sarapul - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Sarapul is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from Swarupnagar and around 49.5 km from Barasat. Sharapul Nirman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapul is 322813. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.08 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarapul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarapul
As per Census 2011, Sarapul village has a total population of 8,290 people, consisting of 4,267 males and 4,023 females. The village has 2,033 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,869 literate and 2,421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 938 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,290 | 4,267 | 4,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 450 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 938 | 491 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 5,869 | 3,132 | 2,737 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,421 | 1,135 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapul
Sarapul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khardda Singa | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Malanga Para | South | 1.80 km |
| Nirman | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Nalabara | West | 1.82 km |
| Raghab Kati | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Saiyadkati | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Pantapara | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Ghola | West | 3.14 km |
| Purba Polta | North | 3.32 km |
| Dattapara | East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarapul
Sarapul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Sarapul is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Sarapul is about 49.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarapul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarapul
Where is Sarapul located?
Sarapul village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapul?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapul is Sharapul Nirman.
What is the pincode of Sarapul?
The pincode of Sarapul is 743247.
What is the population of Sarapul?
Sarapul has a total population of 8,290, including 4,267 males and 4,023 females.
How many households are there in Sarapul?
There are 2,033 households in Sarapul.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapul is 70.80%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 68.03%.