Purandarpur - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Purandarpur is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.6 km from Gaighata and around 49.5 km from Barasat. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purandarpur is 322768. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.68 hectares and falls under the 743273 pincode. Gobardanga is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purandarpur
As per Census 2011, Purandarpur village has a total population of 1,417 people, consisting of 713 males and 704 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 918 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,417 | 713 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 462 | 456 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 560 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 153 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Purandarpur
Purandarpur 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 Purandarpur
Purandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purandarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gobardanga to Purandarpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Purandarpur is about 49.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purandarpur
Where is Purandarpur located?
Purandarpur village is located in Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purandarpur is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Purandarpur?
The pincode of Purandarpur is 743273.
What is the population of Purandarpur?
Purandarpur has a total population of 1,417, including 713 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Purandarpur?
There are 334 households in Purandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purandarpur is 75.23%. Male literacy is 78.54% and female literacy is 71.88%.