Saranger Abad - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Saranger Abad is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.3 km from Canning and around 55.3 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranger Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranger Abad is 333857. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.35 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saranger Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saranger Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Saranger Abad village had a total population of 12,299 people, including 6,240 males and 6,059 females, living in 2,470 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 797, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 572.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,299 | 6,240 | 6,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,279 | 1,144 | 1,135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 422 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 274 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 6,947 | 3,843 | 3,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,352 | 2,397 | 2,955 |
Nearby Villages of Saranger Abad
Saranger Abad 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 Saranger Abad
Saranger Abad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saranger Abad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Saranger Abad is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Saranger Abad is about 55.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saranger Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranger Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saranger Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranger Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saranger Abad
Where is Saranger Abad located?
Saranger Abad village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saranger Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranger Abad is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Saranger Abad?
The pincode of Saranger Abad is 743329.
What is the population of Saranger Abad?
Saranger Abad had a total population of 12,299, including 6,240 males and 6,059 females.
How many households are there in Saranger Abad?
Saranger Abad had 2,470 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranger Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranger Abad was 69.33%. Male literacy was 75.41% and female literacy was 63.04%.