Purba Bhabanipur - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Purba Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Bagda and around 73.6 km from Barasat. Koniara-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Bhabanipur is 322428. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.62 hectares and falls under the 743270 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purba Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Bhabanipur
As per Census 2011, Purba Bhabanipur village has a total population of 1,841 people, consisting of 938 males and 903 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,250 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,739 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Bhabanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 938 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,739 | 882 | 857 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 687 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 251 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Bhabanipur
Purba Bhabanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beara Chak | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Monoharpur Chak | East | 1.15 km |
| Auldanga | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Ainshghata | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Mathabhanga | West | 1.85 km |
| Ghat Patila | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Kulia | North | 2.07 km |
| Purbba Hunda | South | 2.09 km |
| Baneshwarpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Teghari | South | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Bhabanipur
Purba Bhabanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhairgachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bangaon to Purba Bhabanipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Purba Bhabanipur is about 73.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Bhabanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Bhabanipur
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 Bhabanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Bhabanipur
Where is Purba Bhabanipur located?
Purba Bhabanipur village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Bhabanipur is Koniara-ii.
What is the pincode of Purba Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Purba Bhabanipur is 743270.
What is the population of Purba Bhabanipur?
Purba Bhabanipur has a total population of 1,841, including 938 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bhabanipur?
There are 434 households in Purba Bhabanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bhabanipur is 67.90%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 62.35%.