Purbba Dehar - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Purbba Dehar is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 26.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Churabhandar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Dehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Dehar is 307582. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.4 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purbba Dehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Dehar
As per Census 2011, Purbba Dehar village has a total population of 3,906 people, consisting of 2,013 males and 1,893 females. The village has 884 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,539 literate and 1,367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Dehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,906 | 2,013 | 1,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 278 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,221 | 1,658 | 1,563 |
| Literate Population | 2,539 | 1,391 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,367 | 622 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Dehar
Purbba Dehar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasludanga | North | 1.61 km |
| Bhangamali | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Purbba Salbari | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Saptibari | South | 3.68 km |
| Chura Bhandar | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Jabaramli | East | 4.22 km |
| Basilardanga | West | 4.24 km |
| Charchura Bhandar | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Gartali Jalpes | West | 4.55 km |
| Bhangarhat | North | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Dehar
Purbba Dehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Altagram, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maynaguri to Purbba Dehar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purbba Dehar is about 26.4 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 Purbba Dehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Dehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purbba Dehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Dehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Dehar
Where is Purbba Dehar located?
Purbba Dehar village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Dehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Dehar is Churabhandar.
What is the pincode of Purbba Dehar?
The pincode of Purbba Dehar is 735224.
What is the population of Purbba Dehar?
Purbba Dehar has a total population of 3,906, including 2,013 males and 1,893 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Dehar?
There are 884 households in Purbba Dehar.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Dehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Dehar is 65.00%. Male literacy is 69.10% and female literacy is 60.64%.