Purbba Krishnapur - Arambag, Hooghly
Purbba Krishnapur is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Arambag and around 60.3 km from Chinsura. Harinkhola-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Krishnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Krishnapur is 324293. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.1 hectares and falls under the 712415 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Purbba Krishnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Krishnapur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Krishnapur village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,392 males and 1,280 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,948 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Krishnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,392 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 174 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 248 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,069 | 879 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 323 | 401 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arunbera | South | 1.03 km |
| Mazaffarpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Golami Chak | South | 1.83 km |
| Purbba Shibpur | West | 1.84 km |
| Takipur | East | 2.17 km |
| Rasik Chak | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Masinan | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Keshabpur | North | 2.51 km |
| Shyamgram | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Madhurpur | West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Krishnapur
Purbba Krishnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Purbba Krishnapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Krishnapur is about 60.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Krishnapur
Where is Purbba Krishnapur located?
Purbba Krishnapur village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Krishnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Krishnapur is Harinkhola-i.
What is the pincode of Purbba Krishnapur?
The pincode of Purbba Krishnapur is 712415.
What is the population of Purbba Krishnapur?
Purbba Krishnapur has a total population of 2,672, including 1,392 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Krishnapur?
There are 613 households in Purbba Krishnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Krishnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Krishnapur is 72.90%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 68.67%.