Purbba Gobindapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Gobindapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Dhalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Gobindapur is 310994. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.41 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Gobindapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Gobindapur village had a total population of 294 people, including 151 males and 143 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.77%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 71.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 118 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Gobindapur
Purbba Gobindapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakurpai | South | 0.87 km |
| Balpara | East | 0.93 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Srikrishnapur | West | 1.10 km |
| Uttar Jamalpur | West | 1.64 km |
| Banara | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Agra | East | 1.89 km |
| Kharun | South | 2.38 km |
| Dhalpara | South | 2.39 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Gobindapur
Purbba Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Gobindapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Gobindapur is about 20.2 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 Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Gobindapur
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 Gobindapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Gobindapur
Where is Purbba Gobindapur located?
Purbba Gobindapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Gobindapur is Dhalpara.
What is the pincode of Purbba Gobindapur?
The pincode of Purbba Gobindapur is 733126.
What is the population of Purbba Gobindapur?
Purbba Gobindapur had a total population of 294, including 151 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Gobindapur?
Purbba Gobindapur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Gobindapur was 79.77%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 71.09%.