Purushottampur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Purushottampur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.7 km from Piyali and around 33.8 km from Alipore. Dhapdhapi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottampur is 333967. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.94 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Surjyapur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Purushottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Purushottampur
As per Census 2011, Purushottampur village has a total population of 2,294 people, consisting of 1,202 males and 1,092 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,346 literate and 948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,294 | 1,202 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 147 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,805 | 941 | 864 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 803 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 399 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatpoa | South | 1.02 km |
| Surjapur | West | 1.09 km |
| Teurhat | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Padmajala | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Teka | West | 2.07 km |
| Kumrakhali | South | 2.18 km |
| Chandkhali | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Saidpur | East | 2.32 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Beledahari | South-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottampur
Purushottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Surjyapur, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Surjyapur to Purushottampur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purushottampur is about 33.8 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 Purushottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purushottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purushottampur
Where is Purushottampur located?
Purushottampur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushottampur is Dhapdhapi-ii.
What is the pincode of Purushottampur?
The pincode of Purushottampur is 700144.
What is the population of Purushottampur?
Purushottampur has a total population of 2,294, including 1,202 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Purushottampur?
There are 504 households in Purushottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottampur is 58.67%. Male literacy is 66.81% and female literacy is 49.73%.