Purushottampur

Purushottampur is a village located in Chinsurah Magra subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.1km away from sub-district headquarter Chinsurah (tehsildar office) and 15.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mogra I is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur village.

Purushottampur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purushottampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purushottampur is 325057. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712148. Bansberia is nearest town to Purushottampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Purushottampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Purushottampur

Below is a concise population overview of Purushottampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,543 776 767
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 193 88 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,053 522 531
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 971 522 449
Illiterate Population 572 254 318

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purushottampur village:

  • The total population of Purushottampur village is around 1,543, including approximately 776 males and 767 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Purushottampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purushottampur village has 1,053 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purushottampur village is about 62.93%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 58.54%.
  • There are around 366 households in Purushottampur village.

Connectivity of Purushottampur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purushottampur. As per the 2011 stats, Purushottampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purushottampur

Knowing the nearby villages of Purushottampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purushottampur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purushottampur

Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is situated in Chinsurah Magra Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Mogra I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 712148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purushottampur is 1,543, with 776 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purushottampur is 62.93%. The male literacy rate is 67.27%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.