Sarasberia - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Sarasberia is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.3 km from Mathurapur and around 72.2 km from Alipore. Shankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarasberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasberia is 334873. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.07 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sarasberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasberia
As per Census 2011, Sarasberia village has a total population of 1,094 people, consisting of 559 males and 535 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarasberia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 559 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 297 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 262 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasberia
Sarasberia 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 Sarasberia
Sarasberia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarasberia.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Sarasberia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sarasberia is about 72.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasberia 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 Sarasberia
Where is Sarasberia located?
Sarasberia village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarasberia is Shankarpur.
What is the pincode of Sarasberia?
The pincode of Sarasberia is 743354.
What is the population of Sarasberia?
Sarasberia has a total population of 1,094, including 559 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Sarasberia?
There are 222 households in Sarasberia.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasberia is 49.63%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 45.98%.