Kumari - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Kumari is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13 km from Manbazar and around 63.4 km from Purulia. Kumari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumari is 332286. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.61 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kumari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumari
As per Census 2011, Kumari village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 652 males and 636 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 652 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 461 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 191 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Kumari
Kumari 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 Kumari
Kumari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Kumari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Kumari is about 63.4 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 Kumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kumari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumari
Where is Kumari located?
Kumari village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumari?
Kumari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumari?
The pincode of Kumari is 723131.
What is the population of Kumari?
Kumari has a total population of 1,288, including 652 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Kumari?
There are 271 households in Kumari.
What is the literacy rate in Kumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumari is 57.14%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 43.24%.