Erendi (P) - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Erendi (P) is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 42.6 km from Purulia. Joradih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erendi (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erendi (P) is 330153. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.65 hectares and falls under the 723145 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Erendi (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erendi (P)
As per Census 2011, Erendi (P) village has a total population of 1,608 people, consisting of 807 males and 801 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 727 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erendi (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,608 | 807 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 390 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 518 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 289 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Erendi (P)
Erendi (P) 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 Erendi (P)
Erendi (P) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Erendi (P).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Erendi (P) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Erendi (P) is about 42.6 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 Erendi (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erendi (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Erendi (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erendi (P) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erendi (P)
Where is Erendi (P) located?
Erendi (P) village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erendi (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Erendi (P) is Joradih.
What is the pincode of Erendi (P)?
The pincode of Erendi (P) is 723145.
What is the population of Erendi (P)?
Erendi (P) has a total population of 1,608, including 807 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Erendi (P)?
There are 264 households in Erendi (P).
What is the literacy rate in Erendi (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erendi (P) is 54.79%. Male literacy is 64.19% and female literacy is 45.32%.