Purba Kamarpukuria - Magrahat - II, South 24 Parganas
Purba Kamarpukuria is a village situated in the Magrahat - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Magrahat and around 41.9 km from Alipore. Urelchandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Kamarpukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Kamarpukuria is 334079. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.24 hectares and falls under the 743355 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Purba Kamarpukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Kamarpukuria
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Kamarpukuria village had a total population of 3,754 people, including 1,947 males and 1,807 females, living in 823 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 90.96% and female literacy at 74.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,891.
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 | 3,754 | 1,947 | 1,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 222 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,891 | 1,484 | 1,407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,771 | 1,569 | 1,202 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 378 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Kamarpukuria
Purba Kamarpukuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harisankarpur | West | 1.85 km |
| Abad Chandpur | South | 1.98 km |
| Paran Khali | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Mastikari | East | 3.31 km |
| Khatsara | East | 3.33 km |
| Padmerhat | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Dhanpota | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Sarbanandapur | West | 3.70 km |
| Nurulpur | East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Kamarpukuria
Purba Kamarpukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Magra Hat, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Purba Kamarpukuria is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Kamarpukuria is about 41.9 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 Kamarpukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Kamarpukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Kamarpukuria
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 Kamarpukuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Kamarpukuria
Where is Purba Kamarpukuria located?
Purba Kamarpukuria village is located in Magrahat - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Kamarpukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Kamarpukuria is Urelchandpur.
What is the pincode of Purba Kamarpukuria?
The pincode of Purba Kamarpukuria is 743355.
What is the population of Purba Kamarpukuria?
Purba Kamarpukuria had a total population of 3,754, including 1,947 males and 1,807 females.
How many households are there in Purba Kamarpukuria?
Purba Kamarpukuria had 823 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Kamarpukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Kamarpukuria was 82.86%. Male literacy was 90.96% and female literacy was 74.24%.