Purbba Nukha - Tamluk, Purba Medinipur
Purbba Nukha is a village situated in the Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from Tamluk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sreerampur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Nukha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Nukha is 344537. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.92 hectares and falls under the 721653 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purbba Nukha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moyna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tamluk Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Nukha
As per Census 2011, Purbba Nukha village has a total population of 4,766 people, consisting of 2,485 males and 2,281 females. The village has 1,119 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,663 literate and 1,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 929 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Nukha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,766 | 2,485 | 2,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 242 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 489 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,663 | 2,050 | 1,613 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 435 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Nukha
Purbba Nukha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panch Berya | South | 1.45 km |
| Kismatputputa | North | 1.62 km |
| Kalikapur | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Putputya | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Mirikpur | East | 2.20 km |
| Jay Krishnapur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Chak Jiyadighi | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Babalpur | South | 2.85 km |
| Rani Bhadrapur | South | 2.89 km |
| Rajnagar Baharjala | North | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Nukha
Purbba Nukha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rajgoda, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Purbba Nukha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Purbba Nukha is about 13.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Nukha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Nukha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Nukha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Nukha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Nukha
Where is Purbba Nukha located?
Purbba Nukha village is located in Tamluk Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Nukha?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Nukha is Sreerampur-i.
What is the pincode of Purbba Nukha?
The pincode of Purbba Nukha is 721653.
What is the population of Purbba Nukha?
Purbba Nukha has a total population of 4,766, including 2,485 males and 2,281 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Nukha?
There are 1,119 households in Purbba Nukha.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Nukha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Nukha is 76.86%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 70.71%.