Purushottampur - Bolpur Sriniketan, Birbhum
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sriniketan and around 42.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Raipur-supur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 317827. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.19 hectares and falls under the 731204 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bolpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Purushottampur
As per Census 2011, Purushottampur village has a total population of 1,267 people, consisting of 671 males and 596 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 814 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,267 | 671 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 63 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 814 | 425 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 516 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 155 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kankutia | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Halsidanga | West | 1.69 km |
| Dakshin Radhanagar | East | 1.96 km |
| Malacha | South | 2.10 km |
| Chella | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Purucha | East | 2.82 km |
| Shrichandrapur | West | 2.84 km |
| Raipur | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Kural | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Daronda | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bolpur Shantiniketan, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Purushottampur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Purushottampur is about 42.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur 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 Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Raipur-supur.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 731204.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur has a total population of 1,267, including 671 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
There are 304 households in Purushottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur is 64.96%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 51.51%.