Purba Siur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Purba Siur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Sreenidhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Siur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Siur is 317396. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.19 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Purba Siur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Siur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Siur village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 739 males and 738 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 72.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 836, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 1,477 | 739 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 421 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 562 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 177 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Siur
Purba Siur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagpathar | North-West | 0.70 km |
| Gangpur | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Goraipur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Byaspur | North | 1.41 km |
| Badghosha Siur | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Ballabhpur | South | 1.64 km |
| Uttar Siur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Bazar | East | 1.78 km |
| Srikrishnapur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Udha | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Siur
Purba Siur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kopai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Purba Siur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Siur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Siur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Siur
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 Siur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purba Siur
Where is Purba Siur located?
Purba Siur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Siur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Siur is Sreenidhipur.
What is the pincode of Purba Siur?
The pincode of Purba Siur is 731234.
What is the population of Purba Siur?
Purba Siur had a total population of 1,477, including 739 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Purba Siur?
Purba Siur had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Siur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Siur was 78.63%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 72.58%.