Purbba Shuktia - Panskura, Purba Medinipur
Purbba Shuktia is a village situated in the Panskura subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Raghunathbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Shuktia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Shuktia is 344311. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.93 hectares and falls under the 721634 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Shuktia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Shuktia
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Shuktia village had a total population of 1,244 people, including 626 males and 618 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.94%, with male literacy at 87.59% and female literacy at 74.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 1,244 | 626 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 487 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 139 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Shuktia
Purbba Shuktia 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 Purbba Shuktia
Purbba Shuktia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Purbba Shuktia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Purbba Shuktia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Shuktia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Shuktia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Shuktia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Shuktia 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 Purbba Shuktia
Where is Purbba Shuktia located?
Purbba Shuktia village is located in Panskura Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Shuktia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Shuktia is Raghunathbari.
What is the pincode of Purbba Shuktia?
The pincode of Purbba Shuktia is 721634.
What is the population of Purbba Shuktia?
Purbba Shuktia had a total population of 1,244, including 626 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Shuktia?
Purbba Shuktia had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Shuktia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Shuktia was 80.94%. Male literacy was 87.59% and female literacy was 74.28%.