Dakshin Purushottampur - Ramnagar - II, Purba Medinipur
Dakshin Purushottampur is a village situated in the Ramnagar - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kalindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Purushottampur is 347133. The village covers a total geographical area of 993.1 hectares and falls under the 721455 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dakshin Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Purushottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Purushottampur village had a total population of 2,394 people, including 1,255 males and 1,139 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 498, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,394 | 1,255 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 179 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 261 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 899 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 356 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Purushottampur
Dakshin 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 Dakshin Purushottampur
Dakshin Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Dakshin Purushottampur is about 19 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 Dakshin Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Purushottampur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin 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 Dakshin Purushottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Purushottampur
Where is Dakshin Purushottampur located?
Dakshin Purushottampur village is located in Ramnagar - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Purushottampur is Kalindi.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Purushottampur?
The pincode of Dakshin Purushottampur is 721455.
What is the population of Dakshin Purushottampur?
Dakshin Purushottampur had a total population of 2,394, including 1,255 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Purushottampur?
Dakshin Purushottampur had 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Purushottampur was 78.16%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 72.34%.