Purandarpur

Purandarpur is a village located in Suri Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. Suri and Purandarpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purandarpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Purandarpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Purandarpur unique in its vibrant Suri Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Purandarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Purandarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purandarpur is 317155. The village spans a total geographical area of 441.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731129. Suri is nearest town to Purandarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Purandarpur

According to the 2011 Census, Purandarpur has a total population of about 4,566, with approximately 2,326 males and 2,240 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 499 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 316. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.17%, with male literacy at about 75.54% and female literacy near 64.60%. There are around 1,113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purandarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,566 2,326 2,240
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 499 271 228
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,275 1,151 1,124
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 316 159 157
Literate Population 3,204 1,757 1,447
Illiterate Population 1,362 569 793

Connectivity of Purandarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purandarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Purandarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purandarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Purandarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purandarpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purandarpur

Where is Purandarpur located?
Purandarpur village is situated in Suri Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purandarpur?
Purandarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purandarpur?
The pincode of Purandarpur is 731129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purandarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purandarpur is 4,566, with 2,326 males and 2,240 females.
How many households are there in Purandarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purandarpur village has a total of 1,113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purandarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purandarpur is 70.17%. The male literacy rate is 75.54%, while the female literacy rate is 64.60%.