Purbba Maheshpur - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Maheshpur is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bolla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Maheshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Maheshpur is 311094. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.71 hectares and falls under the 733103 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Maheshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Maheshpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Maheshpur village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 160 males and 137 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Maheshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 160 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 112 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 48 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Maheshpur
Purbba Maheshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badalpur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Anantapur | South | 0.97 km |
| Damai | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Kashtagar | East | 1.32 km |
| Hariharpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Taksail | West | 1.58 km |
| Paschim Jagannathpur | West | 1.68 km |
| Kashipukur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Saidpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Bikuch | North-West | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Maheshpur
Purbba Maheshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balurghat to Purbba Maheshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Maheshpur is about 15.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Maheshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
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 Maheshpur 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 Maheshpur
Where is Purbba Maheshpur located?
Purbba Maheshpur village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Maheshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Maheshpur is Bolla.
What is the pincode of Purbba Maheshpur?
The pincode of Purbba Maheshpur is 733103.
What is the population of Purbba Maheshpur?
Purbba Maheshpur has a total population of 297, including 160 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Maheshpur?
There are 66 households in Purbba Maheshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Maheshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Maheshpur is 63.97%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 56.93%.