Purba Banpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Purba Banpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from Dhaniakhali and around 37.8 km from Chinsura. Somaspur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Banpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Banpur is 324623. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.71 hectares and falls under the 712302 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purba Banpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Banpur
As per Census 2011, Purba Banpur village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 621 males and 611 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 883 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Banpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 621 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 316 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 478 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 143 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Banpur
Purba Banpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana Shyampur | East | 0.81 km |
| Dipa | South | 1.10 km |
| Simla | North | 1.25 km |
| Jot Kamal | East | 1.34 km |
| Uttar Malikapur | North | 1.35 km |
| Tegachhi Bhabanipur | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Paschim Banpur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Byaspur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Rajipur | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Harpur | North-East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Banpur
Purba Banpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Purba Banpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purba Banpur is about 37.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Banpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Banpur 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 Purba Banpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Banpur 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 Purba Banpur
Where is Purba Banpur located?
Purba Banpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Banpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Banpur is Somaspur-ii.
What is the pincode of Purba Banpur?
The pincode of Purba Banpur is 712302.
What is the population of Purba Banpur?
Purba Banpur has a total population of 1,232, including 621 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Purba Banpur?
There are 305 households in Purba Banpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Banpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Banpur is 71.67%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 66.28%.