Purba Bajepratap - Amta - I, Howrah
Purba Bajepratap is a village situated in the Amta - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Amta and around 40.3 km from Howrah. Balichak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Bajepratap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Bajepratap is 332646. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.19 hectares and falls under the 711401 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Purba Bajepratap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Bajepratap
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Bajepratap village had a total population of 1,615 people, including 832 males and 783 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.34%, with male literacy at 84.99% and female literacy at 81.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,615 | 832 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 59 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 657 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 175 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Bajepratap
Purba Bajepratap is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Bajepratap
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Purba Bajepratap. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purba Bajepratap.
| 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 Uluberia to Purba Bajepratap is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Purba Bajepratap is about 40.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Bajepratap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Bajepratap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Bajepratap
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 Bajepratap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purba Bajepratap
Where is Purba Bajepratap located?
Purba Bajepratap village is located in Amta - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Bajepratap?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Bajepratap is Balichak.
What is the pincode of Purba Bajepratap?
The pincode of Purba Bajepratap is 711401.
What is the population of Purba Bajepratap?
Purba Bajepratap had a total population of 1,615, including 832 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bajepratap?
Purba Bajepratap had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bajepratap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bajepratap was 83.34%. Male literacy was 84.99% and female literacy was 81.53%.