Purba Gabberia - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Purba Gabberia is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Baru and around 35.9 km from Alipore. Bamangachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Gabberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Gabberia is 334938. The village covers a total geographical area of 830.82 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joyanagar Majil is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Purba Gabberia 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 Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Gabberia
As per Census 2011, Purba Gabberia village has a total population of 12,283 people, consisting of 6,344 males and 5,939 females. The village has 2,542 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,911 literate and 5,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8,683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Gabberia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,283 | 6,344 | 5,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,736 | 922 | 814 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8,683 | 4,505 | 4,178 |
| Literate Population | 6,911 | 4,199 | 2,712 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,372 | 2,145 | 3,227 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Gabberia
Purba Gabberia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andulberia | South | 0.33 km |
| Maldari | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Arunnagar Dakshin | West | 1.37 km |
| Dhosa | East | 1.73 km |
| Uttar Arunnagar | North | 2.15 km |
| Manik Nagar | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Chatra | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Hogaldahari | North | 2.57 km |
| Chandaneshwar | East | 2.91 km |
| Dewanganj | North-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Gabberia
Purba Gabberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hogla, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Joyanagar Majil to Purba Gabberia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Gabberia is about 35.9 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 Purba Gabberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Gabberia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Gabberia
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 Gabberia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Gabberia
Where is Purba Gabberia located?
Purba Gabberia village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Gabberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Gabberia is Bamangachhi.
What is the pincode of Purba Gabberia?
The pincode of Purba Gabberia is 743337.
What is the population of Purba Gabberia?
Purba Gabberia has a total population of 12,283, including 6,344 males and 5,939 females.
How many households are there in Purba Gabberia?
There are 2,542 households in Purba Gabberia.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Gabberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Gabberia is 56.26%. Male literacy is 66.19% and female literacy is 45.66%.