Purba Banpur

Purba Banpur is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.6km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 37.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Somaspur Ii is the gram panchayat of Purba Banpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Purba Banpur unique in its vibrant Dhaniakhali-Hugli region. You’ll see Purba Banpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Purba Banpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purba Banpur is 324623. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712302. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Purba Banpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Purba Banpur 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 Dhanekhali 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 Purba Banpur

According to the 2011 Census, Purba Banpur has a total population of about 1,232, with approximately 621 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 635 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.67%, with male literacy at about 76.97% and female literacy near 66.28%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purba Banpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,232 621 611
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 63 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 635 316 319
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 114 59 55
Literate Population 883 478 405
Illiterate Population 349 143 206

Connectivity of Purba Banpur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purba Banpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Purba Banpur

Where is Purba Banpur located?

Purba Banpur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Purba Banpur?

The Gram Panchayat of Purba Banpur is Somaspur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Purba Banpur?

The pincode of Purba Banpur is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Purba Banpur as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Banpur is 1,232, with 621 males and 611 females.

How many households are there in Purba Banpur as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Purba Banpur village has a total of 305 households.

What is the literacy rate in Purba Banpur as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purba Banpur is 71.67%. The male literacy rate is 76.97%, while the female literacy rate is 66.28%.