Putsuri - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Putsuri is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Manteswar. Putsuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putsuri is 319676. The village covers a total geographical area of 846.55 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Putsuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purbasthali Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putsuri
As per Census 2011, Putsuri village has a total population of 6,806 people, consisting of 3,448 males and 3,358 females. The village has 1,522 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 817 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,120 literate and 2,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putsuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,806 | 3,448 | 3,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 817 | 421 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,176 | 1,106 | 1,070 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,120 | 2,235 | 1,885 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,686 | 1,213 | 1,473 |
Nearby Villages of Putsuri
Putsuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatdanga | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Uttardihi | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Purbba Balarampur | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Sirajpur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Gulita Daspur | North | 2.28 km |
| Chak Brahmapur | South | 2.34 km |
| Bigha | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Bara Kalmi | East | 2.61 km |
| Ibrambad | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Masdanga | South-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Putsuri
Putsuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belerhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barddhaman to Putsuri is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putsuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putsuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Putsuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putsuri 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 Putsuri
Where is Putsuri located?
Putsuri village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putsuri?
Putsuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putsuri?
The pincode of Putsuri is 713145.
What is the population of Putsuri?
Putsuri has a total population of 6,806, including 3,448 males and 3,358 females.
How many households are there in Putsuri?
There are 1,522 households in Putsuri.
What is the literacy rate in Putsuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putsuri is 60.53%. Male literacy is 64.82% and female literacy is 56.13%.