Purushottampur
Purushottampur is a village located in Contai I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Contai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purushottampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nayaput is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purushottampur unique in its vibrant Contai I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Purushottampur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purushottampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purushottampur is 346200. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.83 hectares. Contai is nearest town to Purushottampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Purushottampur
Population of Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur has a total population of about 111, with approximately 59 males and 52 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.48%, with male literacy at about 88.14% and female literacy near 65.38%. There are around 22 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purushottampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Connectivity of Purushottampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purushottampur. As per the 2011 stats, Purushottampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Purushottampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purushottampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purushottampur
- Where is Purushottampur located?
- Purushottampur village is situated in Contai I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Nayaput (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purushottampur is 111, with 59 males and 52 females.
- How many households are there in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village has a total of 22 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purushottampur is 77.48%. The male literacy rate is 88.14%, while the female literacy rate is 65.38%.