Pursura
Pursura is a Town and Subdivision in Hugli District of West Bengal. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Pursura Block (CD) is 02341. The total area of Pursura Subdivision is 102 km². Pursura has a sex ratio of approximately 950 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pursura Subdivision
Pursura Subdivision has a total of 50 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Pursura Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akri Fatepur | Chiladangi | Tarakeswer (14 km) |
| 2 | Alati | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 3 | Baikunthapur | Bhangamora | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 4 | Baitha | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 5 | Bakharpur Krishnaballabhpur | Bhangamora | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 6 | Balarampur | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (16 km) |
| 7 | Bara Digrui | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (20 km) |
| 8 | Benegachhi | Chiladangi | Tarakeswar (19 km) |
| 9 | Bhangamora | Bhangamora | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 10 | Bheuta | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (20 km) |
| 11 | Bhunyera | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 12 | Chilladangi | Chiladangi | Tarakeswer (12 km) |
| 13 | Deulpara | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (5 km) |
| 14 | Dihibatpur | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (5 km) |
| 15 | Dulalbati | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (12 km) |
| 16 | Ghol Digrui | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (20 km) |
| 17 | Gopimohanpur | Chiladangi | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 18 | Harihar | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (8 km) |
| 19 | Harinakhali | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 20 | Harua | Chiladangi | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 21 | Hati | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (15 km) |
| 22 | Hetam Chak | Chiladangi | Tarakeswer (10 km) |
| 23 | Jangalpara | Pursurah I | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 24 | Jasar | Chiladangi | Tarakeswar (20 km) |
| 25 | Kadipur | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 26 | Kelepara | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (20 km) |
| 27 | Kotalpara | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (15 km) |
| 28 | Krishnabati | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 29 | Kulbatpur | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 30 | Masinan | Pursurah Ii | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 31 | Neota | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (22 km) |
| 32 | Nimdangi | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (16 km) |
| 33 | Par Bhurshitta | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (15 km) |
| 34 | Par Shyampur | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (14 km) |
| 35 | Parul | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 36 | Paschimpara | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (16 km) |
| 37 | Pursura | Pursurah I | Tarakeswar (8 km) |
| 38 | Ranbagpur | Kelepara | Tarakeswar (12 km) |
| 39 | Rasik Chak | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 40 | Rasulpur | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (13 km) |
| 41 | Rautara | Pursurah Ii | Tarakeswar (9 km) |
| 42 | Sahapur | Bhangamora | Tarkeswar (10 km) |
| 43 | Saidpur | Pursurah Ii | Tarakeswar (9 km) |
| 44 | Samaspur | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
| 45 | Saota | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (16 km) |
| 46 | Shrirampur | Sreerampur | Tarakeswar (9 km) |
| 47 | Shyampur | Shyampur | Tarakeswar (15 km) |
| 48 | Soaluk | Bhangamora | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 49 | Sundarush | Chiladangi | Tarakeswar (10 km) |
| 50 | Takipur | Dihibadpur | Tarakeswar (18 km) |
Population of Pursura Subdivision
The population profile of Pursura Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Pursura Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,73,437 | 1,73,437 | N/A |
| Male Population | 88,908 | 88,908 | N/A |
| Female Population | 84,529 | 84,529 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,804 | 17,804 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,138 | 9,138 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,666 | 8,666 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,27,809 | 1,27,809 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 70,698 | 70,698 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 57,111 | 57,111 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 45,628 | 45,628 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 18,210 | 18,210 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 27,418 | 27,418 | N/A |
| Total Households | 39,752 | 39,752 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,73,437 people. Includes nearly 88,908 males and 84,529 females. Rural population is about 1,73,437 people.
- There are around 17,804 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,138 boys and 8,666 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,27,809 people. Non-literate population is around 45,628 people.
- There are nearly 39,752 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pursura Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 37,025 | 37,025 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 18,771 | 18,771 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 18,254 | 18,254 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 839 | 839 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 429 | 429 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 410 | 410 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,699 / km² | 1,699 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pursura Subdivision is approximately 37,025 people, including 18,771 males and 18,254 females. Around 37,025 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pursura Subdivision is about 839 people, including 429 males and 410 females. Around 839 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,699 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,699 people per sq. km.