Purba Sikarpur
Purba Sikarpur is a village located in Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Basantia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purba Sikarpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bamunia is the gram panchayat of Purba Sikarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purba Sikarpur unique in its vibrant Deshopran-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Purba Sikarpur’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 Purba Sikarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purba Sikarpur is 346384. The village spans a total geographical area of 14.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721450. Contai is nearest town to Purba Sikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Purba Sikarpur
Population of Purba Sikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Sikarpur has a total population of about 366, with approximately 196 males and 170 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 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 81.15%, with male literacy at about 86.73% and female literacy near 74.71%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purba Sikarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 196 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 297 | 170 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Connectivity of Purba Sikarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purba Sikarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Purba Sikarpur 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 Purba Sikarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Purba Sikarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purba Sikarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purba Sikarpur
- Where is Purba Sikarpur located?
- Purba Sikarpur village is situated in Deshopran Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purba Sikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purba Sikarpur is Bamunia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purba Sikarpur?
- The pincode of Purba Sikarpur is 721450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purba Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Sikarpur is 366, with 196 males and 170 females.
- How many households are there in Purba Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purba Sikarpur village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purba Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purba Sikarpur is 81.15%. The male literacy rate is 86.73%, while the female literacy rate is 74.71%.