Poabad - Bundwan, Purulia
Poabad is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12 km from Bandwan and around 61.5 km from Purulia. Chirudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poabad is 332380. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.23 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Tata is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Poabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poabad
According to the 2011 Census, Poabad village had a total population of 137 people, including 68 males and 69 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.83%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Poabad
Poabad 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 Poabad
Poabad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tata to Poabad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Poabad is about 61.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Poabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poabad
Where is Poabad located?
Poabad village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Poabad is Chirudih.
What is the pincode of Poabad?
The pincode of Poabad is 723129.
What is the population of Poabad?
Poabad had a total population of 137, including 68 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Poabad?
Poabad had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poabad was 55.83%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 44.44%.