Intakora - Para, Purulia
Intakora is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.3 km from Para and around 27.6 km from Purulia. Para serves as the Gram Panchayat for Intakora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Intakora is 330091. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.8 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Intakora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Intakora
According to the 2011 Census, Intakora village had a total population of 1,112 people, including 547 males and 565 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.78%, with male literacy at 64.11% and female literacy at 45.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 779, 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 | 1,112 | 547 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 378 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 293 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 254 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Intakora
Intakora 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 Intakora
Intakora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Intakora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Intakora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Intakora is about 27.6 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Intakora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Intakora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Intakora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Intakora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Intakora
Where is Intakora located?
Intakora village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Intakora?
The Gram Panchayat of Intakora is Para.
What is the pincode of Intakora?
The pincode of Intakora is 723155.
What is the population of Intakora?
Intakora had a total population of 1,112, including 547 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Intakora?
Intakora had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Intakora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Intakora was 54.78%. Male literacy was 64.11% and female literacy was 45.98%.