Purbba Mahula - Labpur, Birbhum
Purbba Mahula is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 35.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dwaraka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Mahula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Mahula is 317580. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.7 hectares and falls under the 731303 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Purbba Mahula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Mahula
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Mahula village had a total population of 1,480 people, including 756 males and 724 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.36%, with male literacy at 91.90% and female literacy at 84.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 699.
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 | 1,480 | 756 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 363 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 635 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 121 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Mahula
Purbba Mahula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Durgapur | West | 0.94 km |
| Ganutia | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Kamarmath | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Shakpur | East | 1.83 km |
| Dhandanga | South | 1.94 km |
| Shahalampur | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Danrka | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Babladanga | South | 2.34 km |
| Sankhanad | South | 2.54 km |
| Sonajuli | South-East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Mahula
Purbba Mahula 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 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Purbba Mahula is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Purbba Mahula is about 35.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Mahula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Mahula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Mahula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Mahula 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Mahula
Where is Purbba Mahula located?
Purbba Mahula village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Mahula?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Mahula is Dwaraka.
What is the pincode of Purbba Mahula?
The pincode of Purbba Mahula is 731303.
What is the population of Purbba Mahula?
Purbba Mahula had a total population of 1,480, including 756 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Mahula?
Purbba Mahula had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Mahula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Mahula was 88.36%. Male literacy was 91.90% and female literacy was 84.65%.