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
According to the 2011 Census, Purtidighia village had a total population of 1,124 people, including 547 males and 577 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.05%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 34.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,095.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,124, including 547 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Purtidighia?
Purtidighia had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purtidighia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purtidighia was 52.05%. Male literacy was 71.85% and female literacy was 34.15%.