Purushottampur
Purushottampur is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purushottampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Panchet is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purushottampur unique in its vibrant Potashpur Ii-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 345109. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721440. Potashpur Ii is nearest town to Purushottampur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Purushottampur
Population of Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur has a total population of about 2,417, with approximately 1,286 males and 1,131 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.82%, with male literacy at about 83.05% and female literacy near 71.88%. There are around 490 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,417 | 1,286 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 135 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,068 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 218 | 318 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Panchet (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 721440, 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 2,417, with 1,286 males and 1,131 females.
- How many households are there in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purushottampur is 77.82%. The male literacy rate is 83.05%, while the female literacy rate is 71.88%.