Purali Para - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Purali Para is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.4 km from Shyampur and around 42.1 km from Howrah. Dhandali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purali Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purali Para is 333169. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.82 hectares and falls under the 711301 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purali Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uluberia Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purali Para
As per Census 2011, Purali Para village has a total population of 1,998 people, consisting of 993 males and 1,005 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purali Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,998 | 993 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 106 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,306 | 649 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 633 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 360 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Purali Para
Purali Para 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 Purali Para
Purali Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purali Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purali Para is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Purali Para is about 42.1 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 Purali Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purali Para 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 Purali Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purali Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purali Para
Where is Purali Para located?
Purali Para village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purali Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Purali Para is Dhandali.
What is the pincode of Purali Para?
The pincode of Purali Para is 711301.
What is the population of Purali Para?
Purali Para has a total population of 1,998, including 993 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Purali Para?
There are 445 households in Purali Para.
What is the literacy rate in Purali Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purali Para is 57.61%. Male literacy is 63.75% and female literacy is 51.54%.