Purbba Krishnapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Krishnapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 16.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Binshira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Krishnapur is 310983. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.17 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Krishnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Krishnapur village had a total population of 432 people, including 217 males and 215 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.23%, with male literacy at 88.38% and female literacy at 76.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 432 | 217 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 175 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Krishnapur
Purbba Krishnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamarghat | South-East | 0.28 km |
| Chak Balaram | North-West | 0.44 km |
| Brahmakhanda | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Jagadishpur | South | 0.99 km |
| Taher Chak | North | 1.00 km |
| Rupbati | South | 1.26 km |
| Nawapara | West | 1.33 km |
| Chakbajit | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Chak Sidal | North | 1.72 km |
| Dabra | East | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Krishnapur
Purbba Krishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Krishnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Krishnapur is about 16.3 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 Krishnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Krishnapur 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 Krishnapur
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 Krishnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Krishnapur
Where is Purbba Krishnapur located?
Purbba Krishnapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Krishnapur is Binshira.
What is the pincode of Purbba Krishnapur?
The pincode of Purbba Krishnapur is 733126.
What is the population of Purbba Krishnapur?
Purbba Krishnapur had a total population of 432, including 217 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Krishnapur?
Purbba Krishnapur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Krishnapur was 82.23%. Male literacy was 88.38% and female literacy was 76.02%.