Purba Dwarokapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Purba Dwarokapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Ramganga and around 109 km from Alipore. Laksmijanardanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Dwarokapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Dwarokapur is 335388. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.3 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Purba Dwarokapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Dwarokapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Dwarokapur village had a total population of 3,457 people, including 1,749 males and 1,708 females, living in 813 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.11%, with male literacy at 87.99% and female literacy at 70.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 620, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 3,457 | 1,749 | 1,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 208 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 315 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 2,413 | 1,356 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 393 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Dwarokapur
Purba Dwarokapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuemuri | East | 2.24 km |
| Kedarpur | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Heramba Gopalpur | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Maheshpur | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Purba Surendranagar | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | South | 4.51 km |
| Indra Narayanpur | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Ramnagar Abad | West | 4.94 km |
| Kumarpur | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Gayadham | South-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Dwarokapur
Purba Dwarokapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ukilerhat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 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 Diamond Harbour to Purba Dwarokapur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Dwarokapur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Dwarokapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Dwarokapur 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 Purba Dwarokapur
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 Dwarokapur 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 Dwarokapur
Where is Purba Dwarokapur located?
Purba Dwarokapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Dwarokapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Dwarokapur is Laksmijanardanpur.
What is the pincode of Purba Dwarokapur?
The pincode of Purba Dwarokapur is 743371.
What is the population of Purba Dwarokapur?
Purba Dwarokapur had a total population of 3,457, including 1,749 males and 1,708 females.
How many households are there in Purba Dwarokapur?
Purba Dwarokapur had 813 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Dwarokapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Dwarokapur was 79.11%. Male literacy was 87.99% and female literacy was 70.05%.