Purbba Basail - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purbba Basail is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 91.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Basail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Basail is 310505. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.9 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Basail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Basail
As per Census 2011, Purbba Basail village has a total population of 1,260 people, consisting of 631 males and 629 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Basail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,260 | 631 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,247 | 627 | 620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 654 | 386 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 245 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Basail
Purbba Basail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maheshpur | West | 0.64 km |
| Jhagrapara | West | 1.24 km |
| Saraipur | South | 1.71 km |
| Putahari | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Udaypur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Padamkuri | West | 2.71 km |
| Chausa | West | 3.10 km |
| Chandipur | South | 3.11 km |
| Basudebpur | West | 3.45 km |
| Palasbari | South | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Basail
Purbba Basail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Radhikapur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Purbba Basail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purbba Basail is about 91.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Basail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Basail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Basail
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 Basail 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Basail
Where is Purbba Basail located?
Purbba Basail village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Basail?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Basail is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Purbba Basail?
The pincode of Purbba Basail is 733132.
What is the population of Purbba Basail?
Purbba Basail has a total population of 1,260, including 631 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Basail?
There are 302 households in Purbba Basail.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Basail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Basail is 51.90%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 42.61%.