Purba Amarshi
Purba Amarshi is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purba Amarshi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Amarshi I is the gram panchayat of Purba Amarshi village.
Here you can discover what makes Purba Amarshi unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Purba Amarshi’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 Amarshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purba Amarshi is 344992. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721454. Egra is nearest town to Purba Amarshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Purba Amarshi
Population of Purba Amarshi
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Amarshi has a total population of about 2,175, with approximately 1,135 males and 1,040 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 340 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.01%, with male literacy at about 80.26% and female literacy near 65.10%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purba Amarshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,175 | 1,135 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 134 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 182 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,588 | 911 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 224 | 363 |
Connectivity of Purba Amarshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purba Amarshi. As per the 2011 stats, Purba Amarshi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purba Amarshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Purba Amarshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purba Amarshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purba Amarshi
- Where is Purba Amarshi located?
- Purba Amarshi village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purba Amarshi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purba Amarshi is Amarshi I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purba Amarshi?
- The pincode of Purba Amarshi is 721454, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purba Amarshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Amarshi is 2,175, with 1,135 males and 1,040 females.
- How many households are there in Purba Amarshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purba Amarshi village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purba Amarshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purba Amarshi is 73.01%. The male literacy rate is 80.26%, while the female literacy rate is 65.10%.