Purbba Raynagar - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Raynagar is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 23.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Hili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Raynagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Raynagar is 311007. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.08 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Raynagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Raynagar
As per Census 2011, Purbba Raynagar village has a total population of 2,618 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,282 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,881 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Raynagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,618 | 1,336 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 312 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,045 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 291 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Raynagar
Purbba Raynagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Raynagar
Purbba Raynagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Raynagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Raynagar is about 23.5 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 Raynagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Raynagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Raynagar
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 Raynagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purbba Raynagar
Where is Purbba Raynagar located?
Purbba Raynagar village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Raynagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Raynagar is Hili.
What is the pincode of Purbba Raynagar?
The pincode of Purbba Raynagar is 733126.
What is the population of Purbba Raynagar?
Purbba Raynagar has a total population of 2,618, including 1,336 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Raynagar?
There are 654 households in Purbba Raynagar.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Raynagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Raynagar is 71.85%. Male literacy is 78.22% and female literacy is 65.21%.