Purnapani - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Purnapani is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 53.6 km from Lalgarh. Shimulpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnapani is 335510. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.62 hectares and falls under the 721501 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Purnapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purnapani
According to the 2011 Census, Purnapani village had a total population of 166 people, including 81 males and 85 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.44%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 56.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Purnapani
Purnapani 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 Purnapani
Purnapani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Purnapani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purnapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purnapani
Where is Purnapani located?
Purnapani village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnapani is Shimulpal.
What is the pincode of Purnapani?
The pincode of Purnapani is 721501.
What is the population of Purnapani?
Purnapani had a total population of 166, including 81 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Purnapani?
Purnapani had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnapani was 66.44%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 56.41%.