Purulia - Chakdah, Nadia
Purulia is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 52.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hingnara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purulia is 322288. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.22 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purulia
As per Census 2011, Purulia village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 959 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,526 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 1,041 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 101 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,526 | 805 | 721 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 199 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 816 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 225 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Purulia
Purulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ballabhpur | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Maheshchandrapur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Srinagar | East | 1.66 km |
| Bagrabpur | South | 1.69 km |
| Hing Nara | West | 1.71 km |
| Raghabpur | North | 2.04 km |
| Hariankha | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Lakhmipur | South | 2.35 km |
| Sarapur | South | 2.76 km |
| Ber Baria | South-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purulia
Purulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chakdaha to Purulia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Purulia is about 52.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purulia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purulia
Where is Purulia located?
Purulia village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulia is Hingnara.
What is the pincode of Purulia?
The pincode of Purulia is 741223.
What is the population of Purulia?
Purulia has a total population of 2,000, including 1,041 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Purulia?
There are 452 households in Purulia.
What is the literacy rate in Purulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purulia is 71.25%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 63.50%.