Serhangampur - Jaynagar - II, South 24 Parganas
Serhangampur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from Jaynagar and around 42.5 km from Alipore. Sahajadapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serhangampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serhangampur is 334963. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.21 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Serhangampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joynagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serhangampur
As per Census 2011, Serhangampur village has a total population of 2,281 people, consisting of 1,157 males and 1,124 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,262 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serhangampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,281 | 1,157 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 183 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,262 | 684 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 473 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Serhangampur
Serhangampur 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 Serhangampur
Serhangampur 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 Serhangampur.
| 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 Jaynagar to Serhangampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Serhangampur is about 42.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serhangampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serhangampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Serhangampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serhangampur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Serhangampur
Where is Serhangampur located?
Serhangampur village is located in Jaynagar - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serhangampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Serhangampur is Sahajadapur.
What is the pincode of Serhangampur?
The pincode of Serhangampur is 743337.
What is the population of Serhangampur?
Serhangampur has a total population of 2,281, including 1,157 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Serhangampur?
There are 454 households in Serhangampur.
What is the literacy rate in Serhangampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serhangampur is 55.33%. Male literacy is 59.12% and female literacy is 51.42%.