Pitambarpur - Potashpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Pitambarpur is a village situated in the Potashpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Barhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitambarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitambarpur is 344993. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.96 hectares and falls under the 721454 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pitambarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pitambarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pitambarpur village had a total population of 509 people, including 267 males and 242 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 65.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279.
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 | 509 | 267 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 191 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 76 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Pitambarpur
Pitambarpur 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 Pitambarpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pitambarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Pitambarpur is about 22 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 Pitambarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitambarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pitambarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitambarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pitambarpur
Where is Pitambarpur located?
Pitambarpur village is located in Potashpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pitambarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitambarpur is Barhat.
What is the pincode of Pitambarpur?
The pincode of Pitambarpur is 721454.
What is the population of Pitambarpur?
Pitambarpur had a total population of 509, including 267 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Pitambarpur?
Pitambarpur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitambarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitambarpur was 73.58%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 65.77%.