Purbba Ichapur - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas
Purbba Ichapur is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 5.9 km from Barasat. Kadambagachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Ichapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Ichapur is 323186. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.42 hectares and falls under the 700125 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Ichapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Ichapur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Ichapur village has a total population of 2,776 people, consisting of 1,433 males and 1,343 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,662 literate and 1,114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Ichapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,776 | 1,433 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 319 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 913 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 520 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Ichapur
Purbba Ichapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarbaria | West | 0.68 km |
| Daspuldanga | South | 1.15 km |
| Kuberpur (p) | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Pirgachha | West | 1.48 km |
| Kanthalia | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Tentulia | North | 1.63 km |
| Pathra | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Lakshmipur | South | 1.94 km |
| Chandigori | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Bara (p) | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Ichapur
Purbba Ichapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karea Kadambagachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Purbba Ichapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Purbba Ichapur is about 5.9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Ichapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Ichapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Ichapur
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 Ichapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Ichapur
Where is Purbba Ichapur located?
Purbba Ichapur village is located in Barasat - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Ichapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Ichapur is Kadambagachhi.
What is the pincode of Purbba Ichapur?
The pincode of Purbba Ichapur is 700125.
What is the population of Purbba Ichapur?
Purbba Ichapur has a total population of 2,776, including 1,433 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Ichapur?
There are 597 households in Purbba Ichapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Ichapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Ichapur is 59.87%. Male literacy is 63.71% and female literacy is 55.77%.