Purbba Mustafapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Mustafapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 16.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Binshira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Mustafapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Mustafapur is 311052. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.65 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purbba Mustafapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Mustafapur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Mustafapur village has a total population of 1,169 people, consisting of 599 males and 570 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 776 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Mustafapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 599 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 196 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 265 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 454 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 145 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Mustafapur
Purbba Mustafapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Hariharpur | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Makhatair | North | 1.00 km |
| Salash | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Ponorahar | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Fajullapur | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Chak Farid | South | 1.68 km |
| Jantigari | West | 1.80 km |
| Chilimbad | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Kaliha | West | 1.89 km |
| Amril | South-West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Mustafapur
Purbba Mustafapur 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 9.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mustafapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Mustafapur is about 16.9 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 Mustafapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Mustafapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Mustafapur
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 Mustafapur 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 Mustafapur
Where is Purbba Mustafapur located?
Purbba Mustafapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Mustafapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Mustafapur is Binshira.
What is the pincode of Purbba Mustafapur?
The pincode of Purbba Mustafapur is 733145.
What is the population of Purbba Mustafapur?
Purbba Mustafapur has a total population of 1,169, including 599 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Mustafapur?
There are 285 households in Purbba Mustafapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Mustafapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Mustafapur is 66.38%. Male literacy is 75.79% and female literacy is 56.49%.