Purbeshwarpur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Purbeshwarpur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mathura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbeshwarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbeshwarpur is 345128. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.65 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Purbeshwarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbeshwarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbeshwarpur village had a total population of 248 people, including 119 males and 129 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.95%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 248 | 119 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Purbeshwarpur
Purbeshwarpur 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 Purbeshwarpur
Public transport in the Purbeshwarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Purbeshwarpur is about 25 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 Purbeshwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbeshwarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbeshwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbeshwarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbeshwarpur
Where is Purbeshwarpur located?
Purbeshwarpur village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbeshwarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbeshwarpur is Mathura.
What is the pincode of Purbeshwarpur?
The pincode of Purbeshwarpur is 721440.
What is the population of Purbeshwarpur?
Purbeshwarpur had a total population of 248, including 119 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Purbeshwarpur?
Purbeshwarpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbeshwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbeshwarpur was 87.95%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 81.36%.