Purbba Jagannathpur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Jagannathpur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Dhalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Jagannathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Jagannathpur is 311027. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.96 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purbba Jagannathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Jagannathpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Jagannathpur village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 90 males and 63 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Jagannathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 90 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 9 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 37 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Jagannathpur
Purbba Jagannathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laskarpur | East | 0.70 km |
| Sidai | South | 0.87 km |
| Jantipur | West | 0.90 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Gosaipur | East | 1.45 km |
| Mahishnota | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Garna | South | 1.59 km |
| Purbba Thakurpur | North | 1.77 km |
| Dhalpara | North | 1.84 km |
| Domran | East | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Jagannathpur
Purbba Jagannathpur 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 12.8 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 Jagannathpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Jagannathpur is about 20.1 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 Jagannathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Jagannathpur 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 Purbba Jagannathpur
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 Jagannathpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Jagannathpur
Where is Purbba Jagannathpur located?
Purbba Jagannathpur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Jagannathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Jagannathpur is Dhalpara.
What is the pincode of Purbba Jagannathpur?
The pincode of Purbba Jagannathpur is 733126.
What is the population of Purbba Jagannathpur?
Purbba Jagannathpur has a total population of 153, including 90 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Jagannathpur?
There are 40 households in Purbba Jagannathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Jagannathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Jagannathpur is 58.82%. Male literacy is 58.89% and female literacy is 58.73%.