Purbasikta
Purbasikta is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.6km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 24.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Satithan is the gram panchayat of Purbasikta village.
Purbasikta 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 Purbasikta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purbasikta is 325214. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.8 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Purbasikta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purbasikta 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 Purbasikta
Below is a concise population overview of Purbasikta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 505 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 144 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 93 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 392 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 113 | 189 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purbasikta village:
- The total population of Purbasikta village is around 995, including approximately 505 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Purbasikta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purbasikta village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purbasikta village is about 69.65%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 61.43%.
- There are around 239 households in Purbasikta village.
Connectivity of Purbasikta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purbasikta. As per the 2011 stats, Purbasikta 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purbasikta
Knowing the nearby villages of Purbasikta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purbasikta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purbasikta
- Where is Purbasikta located?
- Purbasikta village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purbasikta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purbasikta is Satithan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purbasikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purbasikta is 995, with 505 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Purbasikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purbasikta village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purbasikta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purbasikta is 69.65%. The male literacy rate is 77.62%, while the female literacy rate is 61.43%.