Purba Bamunia - Deshopran, Purba Medinipur
Purba Bamunia is a village situated in the Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dariyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Bamunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Bamunia is 346348. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.11 hectares and falls under the 721442 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purba Bamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Bamunia
As per Census 2011, Purba Bamunia village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 321 males and 306 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 206 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Bamunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 321 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 223 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 98 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Bamunia
Purba Bamunia 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 Purba Bamunia
Purba Bamunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Purba Bamunia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Bamunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Bamunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Bamunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Bamunia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Bamunia
Where is Purba Bamunia located?
Purba Bamunia village is located in Deshopran Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Bamunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Bamunia is Dariyapur.
What is the pincode of Purba Bamunia?
The pincode of Purba Bamunia is 721442.
What is the population of Purba Bamunia?
Purba Bamunia has a total population of 627, including 321 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bamunia?
There are 140 households in Purba Bamunia.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bamunia is 67.15%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 64.71%.