Purba Magurmari - Dhupguri, Jalpaiguri
Purba Magurmari is a village situated in the Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhupguri and around 36.7 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Magurmari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Magurmari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Magurmari is 307490. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.67 hectares and falls under the 735210 pincode. Dhupguri(nm) is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Purba Magurmari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Magurmari
As per Census 2011, Purba Magurmari village has a total population of 7,361 people, consisting of 3,841 males and 3,520 females. The village has 1,658 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,845 literate and 2,516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Magurmari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,361 | 3,841 | 3,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 897 | 457 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,137 | 2,152 | 1,985 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 4,845 | 2,693 | 2,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,516 | 1,148 | 1,368 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Magurmari
Purba Magurmari 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 Purba Magurmari
Public transport in the Purba Magurmari is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purba Magurmari.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhupguri(nm) to Purba Magurmari is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purba Magurmari is about 36.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Magurmari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Magurmari 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 Purba Magurmari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Magurmari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purba Magurmari
Where is Purba Magurmari located?
Purba Magurmari village is located in Dhupguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Magurmari?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Magurmari is Magurmari-i.
What is the pincode of Purba Magurmari?
The pincode of Purba Magurmari is 735210.
What is the population of Purba Magurmari?
Purba Magurmari has a total population of 7,361, including 3,841 males and 3,520 females.
How many households are there in Purba Magurmari?
There are 1,658 households in Purba Magurmari.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Magurmari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Magurmari is 65.82%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 61.14%.