Purbba Panchbaria - Bagda, North 24 Parganas
Purbba Panchbaria is a village situated in the Bagda subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from Bagda and around 78.2 km from Barasat. Bayra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Panchbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Panchbaria is 322458. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.98 hectares and falls under the 743232 pincode. Bongaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Panchbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Panchbaria
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Panchbaria village had a total population of 435 people, including 224 males and 211 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.66%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 63.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 224 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 158 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 66 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Panchbaria
Purbba Panchbaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulanandapur Chak | South | 0.94 km |
| Uttar Chamigachhi | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Salak | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Padma Pukuria | West | 1.94 km |
| Meherani | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bayra | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Saripota | South | 2.42 km |
| Kurulia | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Mamabhagina | West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Panchbaria
Purbba Panchbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Majhdia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 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 Bongaon to Purbba Panchbaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Purbba Panchbaria is about 78.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Panchbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Panchbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Panchbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Panchbaria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Panchbaria
Where is Purbba Panchbaria located?
Purbba Panchbaria village is located in Bagda Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Panchbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Panchbaria is Bayra.
What is the pincode of Purbba Panchbaria?
The pincode of Purbba Panchbaria is 743232.
What is the population of Purbba Panchbaria?
Purbba Panchbaria had a total population of 435, including 224 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Panchbaria?
Purbba Panchbaria had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Panchbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Panchbaria was 70.66%. Male literacy was 76.70% and female literacy was 63.98%.