Purbapratappur - Kharagpur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Purbapratappur is a village situated in the Kharagpur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khelarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbapratappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbapratappur is 341691. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.5 hectares and falls under the 721301 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbapratappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbapratappur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbapratappur village had a total population of 224 people, including 119 males and 105 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 96.40% and female literacy at 88.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Purbapratappur
Purbapratappur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshinnaraharipur | South | 0.60 km |
| Kashijora | North | 0.65 km |
| Shibanandapur | West | 0.89 km |
| Prasadchak | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Agarpara | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Kayetpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Purbagaighata | South | 1.53 km |
| Jadabpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Shankarachak | East | 1.77 km |
| Brikabhanu Pur | South-West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbapratappur
The nearest railway station is Benapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Purbapratappur 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.
FAQs about Purbapratappur
Where is Purbapratappur located?
Purbapratappur village is located in Kharagpur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbapratappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbapratappur is Khelarh.
What is the pincode of Purbapratappur?
The pincode of Purbapratappur is 721301.
What is the population of Purbapratappur?
Purbapratappur had a total population of 224, including 119 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Purbapratappur?
Purbapratappur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbapratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbapratappur was 92.86%. Male literacy was 96.40% and female literacy was 88.89%.