Parbattipur - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Parbattipur is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.3 km from Sonakhali and around 83.3 km from Alipore. Jharkhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parbattipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parbattipur is 335112. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.5 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Parbattipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parbattipur
According to the 2011 Census, Parbattipur village had a total population of 4,048 people, including 2,115 males and 1,933 females, living in 954 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.02%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 59.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,819, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 4,048 | 2,115 | 1,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 257 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,819 | 1,983 | 1,836 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,487 | 1,472 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 643 | 918 |
Nearby Villages of Parbattipur
Parbattipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laskarpur | South | 1.71 km |
| Birinchi Bari | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Nafarganj | North | 3.24 km |
| Gopalganj | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Dakshin Garankati | West | 5.06 km |
| Lot No 126 | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Hiranmoypur | North | 6.08 km |
| Radharanipur | North-East | 6.45 km |
| Kaikhali | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Goran Bose | North | 7.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parbattipur
Parbattipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baharu, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Canning to Parbattipur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Parbattipur is about 83.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parbattipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parbattipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parbattipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parbattipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parbattipur
Where is Parbattipur located?
Parbattipur village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parbattipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parbattipur is Jharkhali.
What is the pincode of Parbattipur?
The pincode of Parbattipur is 743312.
What is the population of Parbattipur?
Parbattipur had a total population of 4,048, including 2,115 males and 1,933 females.
How many households are there in Parbattipur?
Parbattipur had 954 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parbattipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parbattipur was 70.02%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 59.92%.