Purba Gurguria - Kultali, South 24 Parganas
Purba Gurguria is a village situated in the Kultali subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Jamtalahat and around 84.3 km from Alipore. Gurguria Bhubaneswari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Gurguria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Gurguria is 335043. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.07 hectares and falls under the 743338 pincode. Jaynagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Purba Gurguria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Gurguria
As per Census 2011, Purba Gurguria village has a total population of 5,662 people, consisting of 2,917 males and 2,745 females. The village has 1,264 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,019 literate and 1,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,737 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Gurguria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,662 | 2,917 | 2,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 325 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,737 | 885 | 852 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 24 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 4,019 | 2,308 | 1,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,643 | 609 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Gurguria
Purba Gurguria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhya Gurguria | West | 2.11 km |
| Dakshin Durgapur | North | 3.36 km |
| Lot-121 | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Shyamnagar | North | 4.41 km |
| Deulbari Debipur | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Debipur Gurguria | West | 5.51 km |
| Katamari | North | 5.87 km |
| Bhubaneshwari | South-West | 6.85 km |
| Madhabpur | North | 7.41 km |
| Purbba Jatardeul | West | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Gurguria
Purba Gurguria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaynagar to Purba Gurguria is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Gurguria is about 84.3 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 Purba Gurguria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Gurguria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Gurguria
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 Gurguria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Gurguria
Where is Purba Gurguria located?
Purba Gurguria village is located in Kultali Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Gurguria?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Gurguria is Gurguria Bhubaneswari.
What is the pincode of Purba Gurguria?
The pincode of Purba Gurguria is 743338.
What is the population of Purba Gurguria?
Purba Gurguria has a total population of 5,662, including 2,917 males and 2,745 females.
How many households are there in Purba Gurguria?
There are 1,264 households in Purba Gurguria.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Gurguria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Gurguria is 70.98%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 62.33%.