Purushottampur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nayaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 346200. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.83 hectares and falls under the 721402 pincode. Contai 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.
Population of Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village had a total population of 111 people, including 59 males and 52 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.58%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 7 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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 Purushottampur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Purushottampur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purushottampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Nayaput.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 721402.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur had a total population of 111, including 59 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
Purushottampur had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur was 89.58%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 80.95%.