Purda - Purulia - II, Purulia
Purda is a village situated in the Purulia - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Purulia and around 40.4 km from Purulia. Ghonga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purda is 329915. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.1 hectares and falls under the 723149 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Purda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purda
According to the 2011 Census, Purda village had a total population of 1,593 people, including 822 males and 771 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.43%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 42.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 1,593 | 822 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 274 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 550 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 272 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Purda
Purda 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 Purda
Purda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purulia to Purda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Purda is about 40.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Purda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purda
Where is Purda located?
Purda village is located in Purulia - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purda?
The Gram Panchayat of Purda is Ghonga.
What is the pincode of Purda?
The pincode of Purda is 723149.
What is the population of Purda?
Purda had a total population of 1,593, including 822 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Purda?
Purda had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purda was 61.43%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 42.77%.