Purba Ishakpur - Labpur, Birbhum
Purba Ishakpur is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 40.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kurunnahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Ishakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Ishakpur is 317557. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.51 hectares and falls under the 731303 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purba Ishakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Ishakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Ishakpur village had a total population of 658 people, including 354 males and 304 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 69.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 354 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 100 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 268 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 86 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Ishakpur
Purba Ishakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galaichandi | South | 1.05 km |
| Dangal | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Manikpur | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Kurnahar | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Nimra | North | 1.73 km |
| Par Abad | South | 2.18 km |
| Kandarkula | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Sitalgram | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Shalika | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Datta Bagtor | North-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Ishakpur
Purba Ishakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Purba Ishakpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Purba Ishakpur is about 40.4 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 Purba Ishakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Ishakpur 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 Purba Ishakpur
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 Ishakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Ishakpur
Where is Purba Ishakpur located?
Purba Ishakpur village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Ishakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Ishakpur is Kurunnahar.
What is the pincode of Purba Ishakpur?
The pincode of Purba Ishakpur is 731303.
What is the population of Purba Ishakpur?
Purba Ishakpur had a total population of 658, including 354 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Purba Ishakpur?
Purba Ishakpur had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Ishakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Ishakpur was 76.83%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 69.42%.