Purba Peporiakhola - Belonia, South Tripura
Purba Peporiakhola is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 15 km from Rajnagar and around 62 km from Udaipur. East Pipariakhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Peporiakhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Peporiakhola is 272276. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 799155 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Purba Peporiakhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Peporiakhola
As per Census 2011, Purba Peporiakhola village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 970 males and 902 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Peporiakhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 970 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 134 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 264 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 817 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 153 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Peporiakhola
Purba Peporiakhola 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 Peporiakhola | West | 2.08 km |
| Uttar Bharatchandranagar | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Paikhola | East | 5.34 km |
| Barapathari | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Lakshmipur | South | 5.48 km |
| Dhuptali | North | 5.77 km |
| Jagatrampur | North-West | 6.12 km |
| Ishanchandranagar | South | 6.77 km |
| Rajapur | East | 7.29 km |
| Paschim Patichhari | North-East | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Peporiakhola
Purba Peporiakhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Belonia to Purba Peporiakhola is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Purba Peporiakhola is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Peporiakhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Peporiakhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Peporiakhola
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 Peporiakhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Peporiakhola
Where is Purba Peporiakhola located?
Purba Peporiakhola village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Peporiakhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Peporiakhola is East Pipariakhola.
What is the pincode of Purba Peporiakhola?
The pincode of Purba Peporiakhola is 799155.
What is the population of Purba Peporiakhola?
Purba Peporiakhola has a total population of 1,872, including 970 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Purba Peporiakhola?
There are 463 households in Purba Peporiakhola.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Peporiakhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Peporiakhola is 82.05%. Male literacy is 84.23% and female literacy is 79.71%.