Purnal - Bagnan - I, Howrah
Purnal is a village situated in the Bagnan - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Bagnan and around 44.7 km from Howrah. Haturia-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnal is 333042. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.29 hectares and falls under the 711303 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Purnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagnan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purnal
According to the 2011 Census, Purnal village had a total population of 1,645 people, including 863 males and 782 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.28%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 80.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,645 | 863 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 708 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 155 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Purnal
Purnal 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 Purnal
Purnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purnal.
| 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 Purnal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Purnal is about 44.7 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 Purnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnal 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 Purnal
Where is Purnal located?
Purnal village is located in Bagnan - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnal is Haturia-ii.
What is the pincode of Purnal?
The pincode of Purnal is 711303.
What is the population of Purnal?
Purnal had a total population of 1,645, including 863 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Purnal?
Purnal had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnal was 86.28%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 80.94%.