Purba Debandranagar - Jirania, West Tripura
Purba Debandranagar is a village situated in the Jirania subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jirania and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Agartala. East Debendranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Debandranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Debandranagar is 272005. The village covers a total geographical area of 715 hectares and falls under the 799045 pincode. Ranir Bazar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purba Debandranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandaibazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Debandranagar
As per Census 2011, Purba Debandranagar village has a total population of 10,097 people, consisting of 5,260 males and 4,837 females. The village has 2,375 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,672 literate and 2,425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,605 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Debandranagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,097 | 5,260 | 4,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,323 | 690 | 633 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,560 | 1,342 | 1,218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,605 | 1,306 | 1,299 |
| Literate Population | 7,672 | 4,134 | 3,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,425 | 1,126 | 1,299 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Debandranagar
Purba Debandranagar 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 | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Champaknagar | South | 2.86 km |
| Bhrigudaspara | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Purba Barjulai | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Mandainagar | North | 4.62 km |
| Jirania | West | 5.28 km |
| Champabari | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Atuthangbari | East | 5.46 km |
| Belbari | South | 5.68 km |
| Jamilongpara | North-East | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Debandranagar
Purba Debandranagar 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 21.6 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 Ranir Bazar to Purba Debandranagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Purba Debandranagar 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 Debandranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Debandranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Debandranagar
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 Debandranagar 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Debandranagar
Where is Purba Debandranagar located?
Purba Debandranagar village is located in Jirania Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Debandranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Debandranagar is East Debendranagar.
What is the pincode of Purba Debandranagar?
The pincode of Purba Debandranagar is 799045.
What is the population of Purba Debandranagar?
Purba Debandranagar has a total population of 10,097, including 5,260 males and 4,837 females.
How many households are there in Purba Debandranagar?
There are 2,375 households in Purba Debandranagar.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Debandranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Debandranagar is 75.98%. Male literacy is 78.59% and female literacy is 73.14%.