Parbad - Puncha, Purulia
Parbad is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from Puncha and around 52.6 km from Purulia. Lakhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parbad is 331096. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.61 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Parbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parbad
According to the 2011 Census, Parbad village had a total population of 141 people, including 76 males and 65 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.17%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 45 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 31 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Parbad
Parbad 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 Parbad
Parbad 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 >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 Puruliya to Parbad is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Parbad is about 52.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parbad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parbad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parbad
Where is Parbad located?
Parbad village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Parbad is Lakhra.
What is the pincode of Parbad?
The pincode of Parbad is 723151.
What is the population of Parbad?
Parbad had a total population of 141, including 76 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Parbad?
Parbad had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parbad was 53.17%. Male literacy was 66.18% and female literacy was 37.93%.