Purba Gobindapur - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Purba Gobindapur is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 19.3 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Dangapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Gobindapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Gobindapur is 314883. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.07 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Gobindapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Gobindapur
As per Census 2011, Purba Gobindapur village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 899 males and 815 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Gobindapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 899 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 655 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 244 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Gobindapur
Purba Gobindapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Neoai Khamarpara | South | 1.64 km |
| Hogaldanga | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kanksa | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Hulaspur | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Hasenpur | East | 2.61 km |
| Begamnagar | West | 2.71 km |
| Dharmmapur | North | 3.35 km |
| Ruhia | South | 3.39 km |
| Gauripur | South-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Gobindapur
Purba Gobindapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murshidabad, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Purba Gobindapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Purba Gobindapur is about 19.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Gobindapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Gobindapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Gobindapur
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 Gobindapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Purba Gobindapur
Where is Purba Gobindapur located?
Purba Gobindapur village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Gobindapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Gobindapur is Dangapara.
What is the pincode of Purba Gobindapur?
The pincode of Purba Gobindapur is 742164.
What is the population of Purba Gobindapur?
Purba Gobindapur has a total population of 1,714, including 899 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Purba Gobindapur?
There are 419 households in Purba Gobindapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Gobindapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Gobindapur is 69.84%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 66.50%.