Purbanagar - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Purbanagar is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 35.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Anishmali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbanagar is 322136. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.44 hectares and falls under the 741501 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbanagar
As per Census 2011, Purbanagar village has a total population of 2,497 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,146 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,711 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,497 | 1,351 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,232 | 663 | 569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 996 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 355 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Purbanagar
Purbanagar 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 Purbanagar
Purbanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purbanagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ranaghat to Purbanagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Purbanagar is about 35.9 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 Purbanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbanagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbanagar
Where is Purbanagar located?
Purbanagar village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbanagar is Anishmali.
What is the pincode of Purbanagar?
The pincode of Purbanagar is 741501.
What is the population of Purbanagar?
Purbanagar has a total population of 2,497, including 1,351 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Purbanagar?
There are 543 households in Purbanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Purbanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbanagar is 68.52%. Male literacy is 73.72% and female literacy is 62.39%.