Purandarpur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Purandarpur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Piyali and around 22.8 km from Alipore. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purandarpur is 333910. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.49 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Purandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purandarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purandarpur village had a total population of 2,066 people, including 1,043 males and 1,023 females, living in 529 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.01%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 81.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,209.
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 | 2,066 | 1,043 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,209 | 618 | 591 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,641 | 878 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 165 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Purandarpur
Purandarpur 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 Purandarpur
Purandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Purandarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Purandarpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purandarpur is about 22.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purandarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purandarpur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purandarpur
Where is Purandarpur located?
Purandarpur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purandarpur is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Purandarpur?
The pincode of Purandarpur is 700144.
What is the population of Purandarpur?
Purandarpur had a total population of 2,066, including 1,043 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Purandarpur?
Purandarpur had 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purandarpur was 87.01%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 81.78%.