Purba Bhabanipur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Purba Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Sarisha and around 40.6 km from Alipore. Patra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Bhabanipur is 334477. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.91 hectares and falls under the 743336 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purba Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Bhabanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Bhabanipur village had a total population of 2,007 people, including 1,014 males and 993 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 73.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 2,007 | 1,014 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 149 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 692 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 322 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Bhabanipur
Purba Bhabanipur 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 Purba Bhabanipur
Purba Bhabanipur 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 Purba Bhabanipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Purba Bhabanipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Bhabanipur is about 40.6 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 Purba Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Bhabanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Bhabanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Bhabanipur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purba Bhabanipur
Where is Purba Bhabanipur located?
Purba Bhabanipur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Bhabanipur is Patra.
What is the pincode of Purba Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Purba Bhabanipur is 743336.
What is the population of Purba Bhabanipur?
Purba Bhabanipur had a total population of 2,007, including 1,014 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Purba Bhabanipur?
Purba Bhabanipur had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Bhabanipur was 76.63%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 73.14%.