Purba Charakbai - Santirbazar, South Tripura
Purba Charakbai is a village situated in the Santirbazar subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 3 km from Bokafa and around 60 km from Udaipur. East Charakbai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Charakbai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Charakbai is 272325. The village covers a total geographical area of 683 hectares and falls under the 799141 pincode. Santirbazar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Purba Charakbai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jolaibari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Charakbai
As per Census 2011, Purba Charakbai village has a total population of 4,880 people, consisting of 2,587 males and 2,293 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,018 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 699 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Charakbai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,880 | 2,587 | 2,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 213 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 248 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 396 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 4,018 | 2,265 | 1,753 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 322 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Charakbai
Purba Charakbai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baikora | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Lakshmichhera | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Radhakishoreganj | North | 3.79 km |
| Paschim Charakbai | West | 4.04 km |
| Laugang | West | 4.76 km |
| Kalasi | East | 5.36 km |
| Purba Muhuripur | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Jolaibari | South | 5.69 km |
| Kalalaugang | North-East | 6.14 km |
| Santirbazar | North-West | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Charakbai
Purba Charakbai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santirbazar to Purba Charakbai is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Purba Charakbai 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 Purba Charakbai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Charakbai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Charakbai
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 Charakbai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Charakbai
Where is Purba Charakbai located?
Purba Charakbai village is located in Santirbazar Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Charakbai?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Charakbai is East Charakbai.
What is the pincode of Purba Charakbai?
The pincode of Purba Charakbai is 799141.
What is the population of Purba Charakbai?
Purba Charakbai has a total population of 4,880, including 2,587 males and 2,293 females.
How many households are there in Purba Charakbai?
There are 1,156 households in Purba Charakbai.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Charakbai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Charakbai is 82.34%. Male literacy is 87.55% and female literacy is 76.45%.