Purbba Balarampur - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Purbba Balarampur is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.4 km from Manteswar. Bamunpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Balarampur is 319675. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.36 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Purbba Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purbasthali Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Balarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Balarampur village had a total population of 198 people, including 97 males and 101 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.56%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 85.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Balarampur
Purbba Balarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirajpur | South-East | 0.62 km |
| Kasa | North | 1.11 km |
| Harkadanga | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Bara Kalmi | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Putsuri | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Gulita Daspur | West | 1.99 km |
| Nutangram | East | 2.21 km |
| Lohana | East | 2.29 km |
| Samaspur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Bamunpara | North | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Balarampur
Purbba Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belerhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barddhaman to Purbba Balarampur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Balarampur
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 Balarampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Balarampur
Where is Purbba Balarampur located?
Purbba Balarampur village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Balarampur is Bamunpara.
What is the pincode of Purbba Balarampur?
The pincode of Purbba Balarampur is 713145.
What is the population of Purbba Balarampur?
Purbba Balarampur had a total population of 198, including 97 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Balarampur?
Purbba Balarampur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Balarampur was 89.56%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 85.87%.