Purushottampur - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.1 km from Chinsurah and around 15.6 km from Chinsura. Mogra-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 325057. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.66 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purushottampur
As per Census 2011, Purushottampur village has a total population of 1,543 people, consisting of 776 males and 767 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 971 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,053 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,543 | 776 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,053 | 522 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 522 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 254 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hediapota | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Naksa | North | 0.90 km |
| Bharatpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Dalimba | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Prasadpur | South | 1.59 km |
| Rajarambati | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Joypur | East | 1.96 km |
| Ekbalpur | West | 2.24 km |
| Akna | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Dadpur | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Purushottampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purushottampur is about 15.6 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 Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Mogra-i.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 712123.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur has a total population of 1,543, including 776 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
There are 366 households in Purushottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur is 62.93%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 58.54%.