Purba Halflong - Dharmanagar, North Tripura
Purba Halflong is a village situated in the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 16 km from Panisagar and around 25 km from Kailasahar. Huplong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Halflong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Halflong is 272643. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 799254 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purba Halflong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jubarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Halflong
As per Census 2011, Purba Halflong village has a total population of 2,395 people, consisting of 1,242 males and 1,153 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,955 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Halflong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,395 | 1,242 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,955 | 1,041 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 201 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Halflong
Purba Halflong is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jubarajnagar | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Paschim Halflong | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Radhapur | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Rajnagar | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Dewanpassa | North | 3.05 km |
| Deochhera | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Balidhum | West | 4.21 km |
| Dhupirband | East | 4.32 km |
| Uptakhali | East | 4.47 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Halflong
Purba Halflong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dharmanagar, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmanagar to Purba Halflong is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Purba Halflong is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Halflong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Halflong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Halflong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Halflong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purba Halflong
Where is Purba Halflong located?
Purba Halflong village is located in Dharmanagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Halflong?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Halflong is Huplong.
What is the pincode of Purba Halflong?
The pincode of Purba Halflong is 799254.
What is the population of Purba Halflong?
Purba Halflong has a total population of 2,395, including 1,242 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Purba Halflong?
There are 544 households in Purba Halflong.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Halflong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Halflong is 81.63%. Male literacy is 83.82% and female literacy is 79.27%.