Purba Barjulai - Jirania, West Tripura
Purba Barjulai is a village situated in the Jirania subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jirania and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Agartala. East Barjala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Barjulai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Barjulai is 272003. The village covers a total geographical area of 1158 hectares and falls under the 799045 pincode. Ranirbazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Barjulai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majlishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Barjulai
As per Census 2011, Purba Barjulai village has a total population of 10,964 people, consisting of 5,810 males and 5,154 females. The village has 2,460 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,718 literate and 2,246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Barjulai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,964 | 5,810 | 5,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,266 | 665 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,570 | 1,870 | 1,700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,781 | 900 | 881 |
| Literate Population | 8,718 | 4,689 | 4,029 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,246 | 1,121 | 1,125 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Barjulai
Purba Barjulai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joynagar | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Kathirambari | North | 3.49 km |
| Paschim Barjulai | West | 3.55 km |
| Mandainagar | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Bankimnagar | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Dinabandhunagar | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Purba Debandranagar | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Jirania | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Bhrigudaspara | East | 6.02 km |
| Shibnagar | North-West | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Barjulai
Purba Barjulai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranirbazar to Purba Barjulai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Purba Barjulai 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 Barjulai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Barjulai 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 Barjulai
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 Barjulai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Barjulai
Where is Purba Barjulai located?
Purba Barjulai village is located in Jirania Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Barjulai?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Barjulai is East Barjala.
What is the pincode of Purba Barjulai?
The pincode of Purba Barjulai is 799045.
What is the population of Purba Barjulai?
Purba Barjulai has a total population of 10,964, including 5,810 males and 5,154 females.
How many households are there in Purba Barjulai?
There are 2,460 households in Purba Barjulai.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Barjulai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Barjulai is 79.51%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 78.17%.