Purba Kalikapur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Purba Kalikapur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 34.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Kalikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Kalikapur is 316552. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.89 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purba Kalikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Kalikapur
As per Census 2011, Purba Kalikapur village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 430 males and 404 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Kalikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 430 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 253 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 314 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 116 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Bhadrapur | North-East | 0.40 km |
| Podda | West | 0.78 km |
| Dwaruri | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | South | 1.38 km |
| Sukna | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Kamra | North | 1.68 km |
| Singari | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Katigram | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Samachar | North | 2.33 km |
| Pipulgram | South-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sainthia to Purba Kalikapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Purba Kalikapur is about 34.6 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 Purba Kalikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Kalikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Kalikapur
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 Kalikapur 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 Purba Kalikapur
Where is Purba Kalikapur located?
Purba Kalikapur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Kalikapur is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Purba Kalikapur?
The pincode of Purba Kalikapur is 731216.
What is the population of Purba Kalikapur?
Purba Kalikapur has a total population of 834, including 430 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Purba Kalikapur?
There are 212 households in Purba Kalikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Kalikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Kalikapur is 64.27%. Male literacy is 73.02% and female literacy is 54.95%.