Sarberia - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Sarberia is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Baru and around 27.4 km from Alipore. Narayanitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarberia is 334889. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.32 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sarberia 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 Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarberia
According to the 2011 Census, Sarberia village had a total population of 3,154 people, including 1,645 males and 1,509 females, living in 774 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.60%, with male literacy at 93.47% and female literacy at 85.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,966, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 3,154 | 1,645 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 145 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,966 | 1,019 | 947 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,584 | 1,402 | 1,182 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 243 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Sarberia
Sarberia 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 Sarberia
Sarberia 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 Sarberia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Joynagar to Sarberia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sarberia is about 27.4 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 Sarberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarberia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarberia
Where is Sarberia located?
Sarberia village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarberia is Narayanitala.
What is the pincode of Sarberia?
The pincode of Sarberia is 743337.
What is the population of Sarberia?
Sarberia had a total population of 3,154, including 1,645 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Sarberia?
Sarberia had 774 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarberia was 89.60%. Male literacy was 93.47% and female literacy was 85.40%.