Purushottampur

Purushottampur is a village located in Nandigram I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Nandigram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purushottampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mahammadpur is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur village.

Here you can discover what makes Purushottampur unique in its vibrant Nandigram I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Purushottampur’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 Purushottampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purushottampur is 345784. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721631. Haldia is nearest town to Purushottampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Purushottampur

According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur has a total population of about 1,979, with approximately 1,030 males and 949 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.29%, with male literacy at about 78.35% and female literacy near 71.97%. There are around 436 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purushottampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,979 1,030 949
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 236 130 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 181 97 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 56 25 31
Literate Population 1,490 807 683
Illiterate Population 489 223 266

Connectivity of Purushottampur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purushottampur. As per the 2011 stats, Purushottampur 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 Purushottampur

Knowing the nearby villages of Purushottampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purushottampur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purushottampur

Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is situated in Nandigram I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Mahammadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 721631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purushottampur is 1,979, with 1,030 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village has a total of 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purushottampur is 75.29%. The male literacy rate is 78.35%, while the female literacy rate is 71.97%.