Ser Chak - Khejuri - II, Purba Medinipur
Ser Chak is a village situated in the Khejuri - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Janka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ser Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ser Chak is 346005. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.62 hectares and falls under the 721431 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ser Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ser Chak
As per Census 2011, Ser Chak village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 269 males and 265 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ser Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 224 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 385 | 209 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 60 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Ser Chak
Ser Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ser Chak
Ser Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Ser Chak is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ser Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ser Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ser Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ser Chak 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ser Chak
Where is Ser Chak located?
Ser Chak village is located in Khejuri - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ser Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Ser Chak is Janka.
What is the pincode of Ser Chak?
The pincode of Ser Chak is 721431.
What is the population of Ser Chak?
Ser Chak has a total population of 534, including 269 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Ser Chak?
There are 122 households in Ser Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Ser Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ser Chak is 72.10%. Male literacy is 77.70% and female literacy is 66.42%.