Purtidighia - Jagannathpur, West Singhbhum
Purtidighia is a village situated in the Jagannathpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Jagnnathpur and around 60 km from Chaibasa. Kaleiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purtidighia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purtidighia is 378337. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 833203 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Purtidighia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purtidighia
As per Census 2011, Purtidighia village has a total population of 1,124 people, consisting of 547 males and 577 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,095 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purtidighia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,124 | 547 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,095 | 534 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 291 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 256 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Purtidighia
Purtidighia 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 Purtidighia
Purtidighia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Purtidighia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Purtidighia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purtidighia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purtidighia 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 Purtidighia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purtidighia 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 Purtidighia
Where is Purtidighia located?
Purtidighia village is located in Jagannathpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purtidighia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purtidighia is Kaleiya.
What is the pincode of Purtidighia?
The pincode of Purtidighia is 833203.
What is the population of Purtidighia?
Purtidighia has a total population of 1,124, including 547 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Purtidighia?
There are 229 households in Purtidighia.
What is the literacy rate in Purtidighia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purtidighia is 39.50%. Male literacy is 53.20% and female literacy is 26.52%.