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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Purba Bajepratap village has a total population of 1,615 people, consisting of 832 males and 783 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Bajepratap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,615 | 832 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 59 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,615, including 832 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bajepratap?
There are 393 households in Purba Bajepratap.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bajepratap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bajepratap is 76.22%. Male literacy is 78.97% and female literacy is 73.31%.