Purba Surendranagar - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Purba Surendranagar is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.6 km from Ramganga and around 115 km from Alipore. Herambagopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Surendranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Surendranagar is 335390. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.34 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Purba Surendranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Surendranagar
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Surendranagar village had a total population of 5,130 people, including 2,684 males and 2,446 females, living in 1,099 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 74.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,036.
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 | 5,130 | 2,684 | 2,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 323 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,036 | 1,077 | 959 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,714 | 2,123 | 1,591 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,416 | 561 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Surendranagar
Purba Surendranagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heramba Gopalpur | West | 2.41 km |
| Kuemuri | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Dakshin Kashinagar | South | 2.47 km |
| Purba Dwarokapur | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Purba Chintamonipur | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Lakshmi Janardanpur | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Baikuntapur | East | 5.45 km |
| Kedarpur | West | 5.83 km |
| Maheshpur | West | 5.97 km |
| Paschim Sripatinagar | South | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Surendranagar
Purba Surendranagar 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 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Surendranagar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Surendranagar is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Surendranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Surendranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Surendranagar
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 Surendranagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Surendranagar
Where is Purba Surendranagar located?
Purba Surendranagar village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Surendranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Surendranagar is Herambagopalpur.
What is the pincode of Purba Surendranagar?
The pincode of Purba Surendranagar is 743371.
What is the population of Purba Surendranagar?
Purba Surendranagar had a total population of 5,130, including 2,684 males and 2,446 females.
How many households are there in Purba Surendranagar?
Purba Surendranagar had 1,099 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Surendranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Surendranagar was 82.42%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 74.17%.