Serpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Serpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Piyali and around 32.7 km from Alipore. Dhapdhapi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serpur is 333969. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.06 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serpur
As per Census 2011, Serpur village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 426 males and 404 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 426 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 266 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 160 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Serpur
Serpur 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 Serpur
Serpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Serpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Serpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Serpur is about 32.7 km, with the usual travel time 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serpur
Where is Serpur located?
Serpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serpur is Dhapdhapi-ii.
What is the pincode of Serpur?
The pincode of Serpur is 700144.
What is the population of Serpur?
Serpur has a total population of 830, including 426 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Serpur?
There are 193 households in Serpur.
What is the literacy rate in Serpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serpur is 57.47%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 52.23%.