Purushottampur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 345109. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.34 hectares and falls under the 721438 pincode.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village had a total population of 2,417 people, including 1,286 males and 1,131 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 92.79% and female literacy at 80.34%.
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 | 2,417 | 1,286 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 135 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,068 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 218 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur 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 Purushottampur
Public transport in the Purushottampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Panchet.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 721438.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur had a total population of 2,417, including 1,286 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
Purushottampur had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur was 86.96%. Male literacy was 92.79% and female literacy was 80.34%.