Puranpara (P) - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Puranpara (P) is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 41.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Gangarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpara (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpara (P) is 310642. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 733127 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Puranpara (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpara (P)
As per Census 2011, Puranpara (P) village has a total population of 1,416 people, consisting of 708 males and 708 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 992 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranpara (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,416 | 708 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 80 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 115 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 528 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 180 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpara (P)
Puranpara (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamarpukuria | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 1.21 km |
| Ashwinpara | East | 1.80 km |
| Gangarampur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Raghunathbati | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Amgaon | South | 2.24 km |
| Durgapur (p) | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bishnupur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Jot Malkhan | East | 2.51 km |
| Ratanmala | North-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranpara (P)
Puranpara (P) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gangarampur to Puranpara (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Puranpara (P) is about 41.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpara (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpara (P) 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 Puranpara (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranpara (P) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puranpara (P)
Where is Puranpara (P) located?
Puranpara (P) village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpara (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpara (P) is Gangarampur.
What is the pincode of Puranpara (P)?
The pincode of Puranpara (P) is 733127.
What is the population of Puranpara (P)?
Puranpara (P) has a total population of 1,416, including 708 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Puranpara (P)?
There are 350 households in Puranpara (P).
What is the literacy rate in Puranpara (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpara (P) is 70.06%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 65.54%.