Purandarpur - Hanskhali, Nadia
Purandarpur is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 17.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Batkulla-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purandarpur is 321875. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.02 hectares and falls under the 741507 pincode. Krishnanagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Purandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purandarpur
As per Census 2011, Purandarpur village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 712 males and 630 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 712 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 68 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 588 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 124 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Purandarpur
Purandarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garuapota | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Kaya | West | 1.23 km |
| Parua | North | 1.64 km |
| Mamjoani | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Takshali | South | 1.86 km |
| Dosatina | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Panch Baria | West | 2.14 km |
| Mandabghat | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Hatisala | East | 2.61 km |
| Bara Kulta | South-West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purandarpur
Purandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badkulla, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnanagar to Purandarpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Purandarpur is about 17.2 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 Purandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purandarpur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purandarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purandarpur
Where is Purandarpur located?
Purandarpur village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purandarpur is Batkulla-ii.
What is the pincode of Purandarpur?
The pincode of Purandarpur is 741507.
What is the population of Purandarpur?
Purandarpur has a total population of 1,342, including 712 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Purandarpur?
There are 345 households in Purandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purandarpur is 75.26%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 66.98%.