Purba Kushbani - Deshopran, Purba Medinipur
Purba Kushbani is a village situated in the Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Basantia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Kushbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Kushbani is 346359. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.52 hectares and falls under the 721442 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purba Kushbani 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 Kushbani
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Kushbani village had a total population of 362 people, including 179 males and 183 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.10%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 362 | 179 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 157 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Kushbani
Purba Kushbani 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 Kushbani
Purba Kushbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purba Kushbani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Purba Kushbani 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 Kushbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Kushbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Kushbani
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 Kushbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Kushbani
Where is Purba Kushbani located?
Purba Kushbani village is located in Deshopran Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Kushbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Kushbani is Basantia.
What is the pincode of Purba Kushbani?
The pincode of Purba Kushbani is 721442.
What is the population of Purba Kushbani?
Purba Kushbani had a total population of 362, including 179 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Purba Kushbani?
Purba Kushbani had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Kushbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Kushbani was 93.10%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.42%.