Purushottampur
Purushottampur is a village located in Ramnagar I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Ramnagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purushottampur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Badhia is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purushottampur unique in its vibrant Ramnagar I-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 346857. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721446. Contai is nearest town to Purushottampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Purushottampur
Population of Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottampur has a total population of about 2,715, with approximately 1,420 males and 1,295 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 291 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.21%, with male literacy at about 83.17% and female literacy near 68.57%. There are around 544 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 | 2,715 | 1,420 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,181 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 239 | 407 |
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 10+ 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 Ramnagar I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Badhia (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 721446, 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 2,715, with 1,420 males and 1,295 females.
- How many households are there in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purushottampur village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purushottampur is 76.21%. The male literacy rate is 83.17%, while the female literacy rate is 68.57%.