Purat - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Purat is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.7 km from Polba and around 25.7 km from Chinsura. Makalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purat is 325250. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.73 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Purat 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 Purat
As per Census 2011, Purat village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 373 males and 363 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 373 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 301 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 72 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Purat
Purat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobindapur | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Mahishdanga | South | 1.03 km |
| Alipur | West | 1.12 km |
| Goe | North | 1.18 km |
| Danerpur | East | 1.23 km |
| Tamila | North | 1.75 km |
| Bhabanipur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Barasara | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Jhauband | South | 2.03 km |
| Amria | South-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purat
Purat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Porabazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chinsurah to Purat is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purat is about 25.7 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 Purat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purat
Where is Purat located?
Purat village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purat?
The Gram Panchayat of Purat is Makalpur.
What is the pincode of Purat?
The pincode of Purat is 712305.
What is the population of Purat?
Purat has a total population of 736, including 373 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Purat?
There are 163 households in Purat.
What is the literacy rate in Purat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purat is 70.92%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 60.88%.