Purba Nalchar - Sonamura, Sepahijala
Purba Nalchar is a village situated in the Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 12 km from Melaghar and around 47 km from Agartala. Bagabasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Nalchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Nalchar is 272103. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 799115 pincode. Sonamura is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purba Nalchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalchar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Nalchar
As per Census 2011, Purba Nalchar village has a total population of 6,313 people, consisting of 3,212 males and 3,101 females. The village has 1,446 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 730 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,293 literate and 1,020 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,993 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Nalchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,313 | 3,212 | 3,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 360 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,993 | 1,523 | 1,470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 258 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 5,293 | 2,759 | 2,534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,020 | 453 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Nalchar
Purba Nalchar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Nalchar | West | 3.46 km |
| Purba Jumerdhepa | North | 4.04 km |
| Paschim Jumerdhepa | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Rudijala | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Padmanagar | North-West | 6.62 km |
| Kakraban | South-East | 6.91 km |
| Melaghar | South-West | 6.96 km |
| Hadra | East | 6.97 km |
| Barabhaiya | North-East | 7.22 km |
| Chandul | South | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Nalchar
Purba Nalchar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonamura to Purba Nalchar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Purba Nalchar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Nalchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Nalchar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Nalchar
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 Nalchar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Nalchar
Where is Purba Nalchar located?
Purba Nalchar village is located in Sonamura Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Nalchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Nalchar is Bagabasa.
What is the pincode of Purba Nalchar?
The pincode of Purba Nalchar is 799115.
What is the population of Purba Nalchar?
Purba Nalchar has a total population of 6,313, including 3,212 males and 3,101 females.
How many households are there in Purba Nalchar?
There are 1,446 households in Purba Nalchar.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Nalchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Nalchar is 83.84%. Male literacy is 85.90% and female literacy is 81.72%.