Purbba Sundalpur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Purbba Sundalpur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Ahmedpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Sundalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Sundalpur is 317374. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.86 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Purbba Sundalpur 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 Purbba Sundalpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Sundalpur village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 380 males and 346 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 574 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Sundalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 380 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 295 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 296 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 84 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Sundalpur
Purbba Sundalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahula Shul | North | 0.95 km |
| Nimgaria | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Narayanpur | West | 1.11 km |
| Shashidharpur | North | 1.26 km |
| Meherpur | East | 1.39 km |
| Somdanga | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Kanaipur | North | 1.90 km |
| Netaipur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Amdahara | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Kandarpapur | South-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Sundalpur
Purbba Sundalpur 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 37.1 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 Purbba Sundalpur is about 16 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 Purbba Sundalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Sundalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Sundalpur
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 Sundalpur 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 Purbba Sundalpur
Where is Purbba Sundalpur located?
Purbba Sundalpur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Sundalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Sundalpur is Ahmedpur.
What is the pincode of Purbba Sundalpur?
The pincode of Purbba Sundalpur is 731234.
What is the population of Purbba Sundalpur?
Purbba Sundalpur has a total population of 726, including 380 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Sundalpur?
There are 159 households in Purbba Sundalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Sundalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Sundalpur is 69.83%. Male literacy is 77.89% and female literacy is 60.98%.