Purbba Bainan - Bagnan - I, Howrah
Purbba Bainan is a village situated in the Bagnan - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Bagnan and around 46.4 km from Howrah. Bainan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Bainan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Bainan is 333025. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.85 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purbba Bainan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Bainan
As per Census 2011, Purbba Bainan village has a total population of 4,746 people, consisting of 2,429 males and 2,317 females. The village has 937 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 557 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,684 literate and 1,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Bainan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,746 | 2,429 | 2,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 557 | 299 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 332 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 3,684 | 1,929 | 1,755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 500 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Bainan
Purbba Bainan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajutti (ct) | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Joka | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Harop | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bankura | North | 2.04 km |
| Paschim Bainan (ct) | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Patinan | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Bagur | West | 2.32 km |
| Brahmangram | West | 2.46 km |
| Adra | East | 2.65 km |
| Sital Chak | North | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Bainan
Purbba Bainan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bagnan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Purbba Bainan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Purbba Bainan is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Bainan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Bainan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Bainan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Bainan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Bainan
Where is Purbba Bainan located?
Purbba Bainan village is located in Bagnan - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Bainan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Bainan is Bainan.
What is the pincode of Purbba Bainan?
The pincode of Purbba Bainan is 711303.
What is the population of Purbba Bainan?
Purbba Bainan has a total population of 4,746, including 2,429 males and 2,317 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Bainan?
There are 937 households in Purbba Bainan.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Bainan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Bainan is 77.62%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 75.74%.