Purba Sripatinagar - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Purba Sripatinagar is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.2 km from Ramganga and around 107 km from Alipore. Achintyanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Sripatinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Sripatinagar is 335393. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.9 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Purba Sripatinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Sripatinagar
As per Census 2011, Purba Sripatinagar village has a total population of 4,077 people, consisting of 2,092 males and 1,985 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,879 literate and 1,198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Sripatinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,077 | 2,092 | 1,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 285 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 321 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 2,879 | 1,573 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 519 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Sripatinagar
Purba Sripatinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Sripatinagar | West | 1.95 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Dakshin Kashinagar | North | 4.26 km |
| Achintya Nagar | West | 4.31 km |
| Upendra Nagar | South-West | 6.05 km |
| Kamdebpur | West | 6.10 km |
| Purba Surendranagar | North | 6.73 km |
| Heramba Gopalpur | North-West | 6.81 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | North-West | 6.88 km |
| Banashyam Nagar | South-West | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Sripatinagar
Purba Sripatinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sripatinagar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Sripatinagar is about 107 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 Sripatinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Sripatinagar 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 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Sripatinagar
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 Sripatinagar 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 Sripatinagar
Where is Purba Sripatinagar located?
Purba Sripatinagar village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Sripatinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Sripatinagar is Achintyanagar.
What is the pincode of Purba Sripatinagar?
The pincode of Purba Sripatinagar is 743371.
What is the population of Purba Sripatinagar?
Purba Sripatinagar has a total population of 4,077, including 2,092 males and 1,985 females.
How many households are there in Purba Sripatinagar?
There are 888 households in Purba Sripatinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Sripatinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Sripatinagar is 70.62%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 65.79%.