Purba Sikarpur - Deshopran, Purba Medinipur
Purba Sikarpur is a village situated in the Deshopran subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Bamunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Sikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Sikarpur is 346384. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.51 hectares and falls under the 721450 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purba Sikarpur 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 Sikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Sikarpur village had a total population of 366 people, including 196 males and 170 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 99.42% and female literacy at 83.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 366 | 196 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 170 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Sikarpur
Purba Sikarpur 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 Sikarpur
Purba Sikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purba Sikarpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Purba Sikarpur 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 Sikarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Sikarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Sikarpur
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 Sikarpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Sikarpur
Where is Purba Sikarpur located?
Purba Sikarpur village is located in Deshopran Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Sikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Sikarpur is Bamunia.
What is the pincode of Purba Sikarpur?
The pincode of Purba Sikarpur is 721450.
What is the population of Purba Sikarpur?
Purba Sikarpur had a total population of 366, including 196 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Purba Sikarpur?
Purba Sikarpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Sikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Sikarpur was 91.95%. Male literacy was 99.42% and female literacy was 83.55%.