Paturia - Garbeta - III, Paschim Medinipur
Paturia is a village situated in the Garbeta - III subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Shankarkanta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paturia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paturia is 337226. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.97 hectares and falls under the 721253 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Paturia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paturia
As per Census 2011, Paturia village has a total population of 1,295 people, consisting of 668 males and 627 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paturia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,295 | 668 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 207 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 495 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 173 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Paturia
Paturia 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 Paturia
Paturia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paturia.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Paturia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paturia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paturia 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 km |
Health Facilities in Paturia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paturia 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 Paturia
Where is Paturia located?
Paturia village is located in Garbeta - III Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paturia?
The Gram Panchayat of Paturia is Shankarkanta.
What is the pincode of Paturia?
The pincode of Paturia is 721253.
What is the population of Paturia?
Paturia has a total population of 1,295, including 668 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Paturia?
There are 250 households in Paturia.
What is the literacy rate in Paturia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paturia is 65.41%. Male literacy is 74.10% and female literacy is 56.14%.