Purushottampur - Daspur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Daspur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Daspur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 337842. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.05 hectares and falls under the 721211 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghatal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purushottampur
As per Census 2011, Purushottampur village has a total population of 1,471 people, consisting of 752 males and 719 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,471 | 752 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 182 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 643 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 109 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radha Krishnapur | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Daspur | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Dihi Baliharpur | North | 0.98 km |
| Bharatpur | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Mamudpur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Majlishpur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Baidyapur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Barasimulia | South | 1.79 km |
| Laoda | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Sagarpur | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panskura East Outer, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Purushottampur is about 10 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 Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Daspur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Daspur-ii.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 721211.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur has a total population of 1,471, including 752 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
There are 295 households in Purushottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur is 83.34%. Male literacy is 85.51% and female literacy is 81.08%.