Purbba Chak - Hasnabad, North 24 Parganas
Purbba Chak is a village situated in the Hasnabad subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Hasnabad. Hasnabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Chak is 323951. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.8 hectares and falls under the 743426 pincode. Taki is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purbba Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingalganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Chak
As per Census 2011, Purbba Chak village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 148 males and 148 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 13 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 95 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Chak
Purbba Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasnabad | North | 1.22 km |
| Rameswarpur | East | 1.47 km |
| Chak Khanpukur | West | 1.51 km |
| Kalutala | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Baliadanga | South | 1.76 km |
| Chak Tengramari | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Char Narayanpur | East | 2.46 km |
| Ghuni | South | 2.48 km |
| Patlikhanpur | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Char Rameswarpur | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Chak
Purbba Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hasanabad, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Taki to Purbba Chak is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Chak
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 Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Chak
Where is Purbba Chak located?
Purbba Chak village is located in Hasnabad Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Chak is Hasnabad.
What is the pincode of Purbba Chak?
The pincode of Purbba Chak is 743426.
What is the population of Purbba Chak?
Purbba Chak has a total population of 296, including 148 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Chak?
There are 76 households in Purbba Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Chak is 57.77%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 51.35%.