Purbasikta - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Purbasikta is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Polba and around 24.5 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbasikta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbasikta is 325214. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.8 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Purbasikta 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 Purbasikta
As per Census 2011, Purbasikta village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 505 males and 490 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbasikta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 505 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 144 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 93 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 392 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 113 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Purbasikta
Purbasikta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagpal | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Jagannathpur | West | 1.01 km |
| Kunchpala | North | 1.17 km |
| Dighanswar | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Nabagram | West | 1.43 km |
| Damurpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Mogalpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Puinan | South | 1.78 km |
| Durgadaspur | West | 2.03 km |
| Haur | North-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbasikta
Purbasikta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Purbasikta is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbasikta is about 24.5 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 Purbasikta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbasikta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbasikta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbasikta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbasikta
Where is Purbasikta located?
Purbasikta village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbasikta?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbasikta is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Purbasikta?
The pincode of Purbasikta is 712305.
What is the population of Purbasikta?
Purbasikta has a total population of 995, including 505 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Purbasikta?
There are 239 households in Purbasikta.
What is the literacy rate in Purbasikta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbasikta is 69.65%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 61.43%.